We are disappointed with the second version. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be thrown.
You just need to be informed of all the problems and the price is appropriate.
Here is in complete transparency the details of what we wanted to improve and the result obtained.
Version 3 is already in production and if in doubt, version 4 is in preparation!
Points we wanted to improve:
Matte varnish on the handle instead of glossy and better applied,
1055 steel instead of 1045 for more blade durability,
Finer blades and more pronounced grinding for better penetration,
More regularity in handles dimensions
Points actually improved:
Much cleaner handle varnish,
Handles more regular in their dimensions.
The grinds are more pronounced
Points that have deteriorated:
The steel used is not 1055 as requested and it is softer than before. Factory response: The steel seller ripped us off.
The edges are thicker than before. Despite the more pronounced grinding, penetration is less good.
Less regularity in the forging of the head (this is mainly aesthetic).