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Good point Tox. What I was really trying to say that most of the work on the blade, including their lead-hardening is done in France. In this case, it's actually a good thing. They make lovely...

Unfortunately, there are blades that are advertised as Solingen steel even though they were made elsewhere (Pakistan). So if you see a new "Solingen steel" blade and it's not a Dovo, chances are, you...

Two main criteria are:
1) The quality of steel -- If the steel is good, it won't chip as you hone it to a very thin edge. This is particularly an issue with Rockwells.
2) The grind -- Generally,...