The Leatherman Rebar is one of Leatherman's most versatile multi-tools. With its 17 tools, it's only slightly below the popular Wave Plus when it comes to the amount of tools. The Rebar's wire cutters are replaceable, so the pliers will last a lifetime. What's nice about the Rebar is the classic closed construction that has defined this model and classics like the Leatherman PST since 1983.

Leatherman Rebar

## Features of Böker Cottage-Craft

Since the 14th century, so-called 'Kotten farms' have defined the history of Solingen, Germany's knife capital. The large sharpening stones were driven by water power and the world-famous knives were sharpened by hand. The Böker Cottage Craft collection of kitchen knives impressively continues the heritage of this traditional craftsmanship. Böker used remarkable materials for these kitchen knives. The blades are handmade and available at an affordable price.

### Blade made from C75 carbon steel

The Cottage-Craft knives are made from C75 carbon steel. Although this type of steel is not stainless, it does have the advantage of being easy to sharpen. Carbon steel forms a unique blue-grey patina. The steel discolours under the influence of, for example, fruit acids and moisture.

### Handle made from stunning plum wood

The handles of Cottage-Craft kitchen knives are made from a beautiful plum wood. This is a type of wood we see more often on classic knives from Solingen. The edges of the handles are nicely rounded, and the fine texture of the wood looks great. The handle scales are attached to the full-tang of the blade by classic brass rivets.

Böker Cottage-Craft

## Features of the Ledlenser P series
Every P series torch is designed for people who push boundaries. The Ledlenser P-series started with a revolutionary idea: to develop a torch that takes LED technology to the next level. The result? The iconic Ledlenser P7, the foundation of a series that sets the standard.
### Pioneering Brilliance: the P series redefined
By the end of 2025, that vision has been revived. The collection has been completely upgraded and is now ready for the future with smart innovations as well as retaining much-loved features from previous models.
The Advanced Focus System has remained unchanged. It switches smoothly between a wide beam for close-up and a powerful spotlight for far distances.
The One-Touch Focus on the larger models such as the P18R and P21R is a new feature. It allows you to focus the beam and easily operate the torch with one hand - fast, intuitive and practical.


A number of models now feature the Mode Select Ring (similar to that of the P17R and X21R). This lets you switch between different light modes at lightning speed or activate the transport lock for extra safety on the move.
The torches in the series are water-proof and dust-resistant (IP68 or IP54), so you can use them with confidence in all conditions. The housing consists of 75% recycled aluminium which makes the torches strong, lightweight and durable. The anodised coating further protects the torch from scratches, moisture and dirt.

### Ledlenser P series: USB-c rechargeable
All rechargeable P models have been updated. You now charge them easily via USB-c! In the case of the Pro, P17R and P21R models also via the charging station. This upgrade makes charging easier and future-proof.

Ledlenser P

## Features of Due Cigni Arne Line 

Due Cigni's Arne Line shines through its exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. Each blade is meticulously sharpened in the knife capital of Italy. This series consists of a beautiful collection of stylish knives with ergonomic handles. The Arne series is defined by its distinct design, which combines modern elegance with timeless aesthetics. 

 

### Due Cigni Arne blade 

The blades of the knives in the Due Cigni Arne series are made of Sandvik 12C27 steel, a Swedish type of steel. Thanks to the percentage of carbon in this type of steel, it has great sharpness retention. Fortunately, this steel also has a percentage of chromium, so the blades are also stainless. It is therefore a great middle ground between hardness and corrosion resistance, perfect for kitchen knives. 

 

### Due Cigni Arne handle 

 

The blade seamlessly merges with the handle: the knives have a full-tang construction. The Arne Line is comprised of two handle materials: Ziricote wood and HPL, which stands for High Pressure Laminate. 

The scales are comprised of multiple layers that were compressed together. As such you end up with a very dense, hard and stable material. The scales are secured with stainless steel rivets. The curved handle prevents fatigue during demanding cutting tasks. In short: beautiful materials, great steel.

Due Cigni Arne Line

The *resolution* of an optical system can be defined as the smallest distance apart at which two points on a target can still be seen as separate entities. Simply put, it is a measurement that shows how well an optical system, in this case, binoculars, can render the fine details of an image.

Resolution - Binoculars

## Handmade Quality


One of the reasons I believe this knife to be so exceptional is the fact that it comes from the guys at Bark River. A family-owned business who have been producing knives for the past 18 years. Their products have been coined as semi-custom knives, due to the fact that there is so much manual labour involved in their blades (from edge grinding to handle shaping), and there are no production compromises made. Bark River always make sure what they are producing is a topquality product. They seem to invest a lot of time in their research, heat treats, even their hand grinding; everything is executed to the highest standard… And it shows.


## The sheath


Before I talk about the blade itself, a look at the sheath for this knife is also necessary. BR roll out a standardised knife sheath with their blades, meaning that the style of the sheath is not defined by any specific style of knife they produce. On a production level, I can see how this would make sense for their business. With so many different types of blades being produced by them, it would make a lot of sense to have a sheath that worked across the range.


Honestly I was not particularly impressed by the sheath when it first arrived, and trying to fit the knife out of the box I thought perhaps they sent the wrong sheath! However, this is designed to be wet moulded to the users needs. After I had soaked it in warm water and shaped the blade to the mould it was fitting beautifully. If you have not wet moulded a sheath to a blade before, then this is the perfect knife to try it on. Just make sure to wrap the blade in cling film before inserting into the wet sheath, as it will without a doubt rust on you. There is also a magnet inside the leather on the back which grips the blade and stops it from coming loose. Choice of orientation is also an option with this sheath, and the construction of the loops in the back allow for both regular and scout style carry.

Bark River Knives Bushcrafter 1 Expert Review | The perfect bushcraft knife

## Advantages of the BESS sharpness scale


With the BESS everyone can test the sharpness of a knife. The Edge-On-Up test tools are relatively affordable. Therefore, you no longer need half a laboratory to end up with reliable results. As long as everyone uses the certified equipment and the certified test medium. As such you measure the sharpness of your knife like every other user in the world. Comparing results is, as such, easy! 


BESS also provides clarity. Abstract terms like 'razor-sharp' or 'incredibly sharp' are replaced by a value. But also 'pretty blunt' suddenly has a value that can be compared to other values. 


## With the BESS method you only test one small part of the edge, right?


Yes, you do only measure one small part of the edge. However, this doesn't mean you cannot measure your knife in three places: at the tip, in the middle and at the heel of the edge. Based on these three numbers you can end up with a weighted average by adding the three values and dividing them by three. 


## What is the difference between the BESS A and the BESS C scales?


Today we always use the C-scale. The Edge-On-Up measuring tools use the C-scale. However, results from the past sometimes still appear on the BESS A-scale. This is why: when the BESS-scale was first introduced Brubacher he applied an analogue test method he was using at the time. However, as he progressed in his research and development he switched to high-quality, digital measuring equipment. As such he was able to also measure even sharper edges. He defined the BESS C-scale on these results: basically the same as the BESS A, but with a little extra space in the lower values. If you want to convert a BESS A-value to BESS-C all you have to do is add 50. From BESS C to A you deduct 50 until you reach 0. That is exactly why Brubacher added this extra range. 


## Edge-ON-UP Sharpness testers: must-haves for sharpness freaks


For anyone who truly loves sharp knives the Edge-On-Up sharpness testers are simply must-haves. If you want to improve your sharpening skills or want to test your gear in a reliable way a good measuring device is indispensable. It is how you determine the influence of that extra step in the sharpening process. But also when collecting knives the [Edge-On-Up testers](kato://content/migrated_pageid_1209) are great. It enables you to determine based on data if your knives need to be sharpened, not based on a gut feeling. 


And think about the second-hand market for knives: how amazing is it to be able to say your knife is still 156 BESS sharp when you sell it? Everyone will immediately know that, that is really impressive. Or if a knife is not in great shape everyone can use the BESS scale and know that at a value of 543 it really needs to be sharpened.

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