The oldest evidence that beer was brewed in Germany comes from around
800 B.C. By the second century, beer was being traded commercially in
Germany. In 1516, Duke Wilhelm IV of Bavaria enacted the Reinheitsgebot,
or the "Purity Law," which regulated the brewing of beer in Germany. The
town of Solingen, known as the cutlery center of Germany, also enacted
strict laws for the manufacture of knives and shears. While Boker is not
quite as "aged" as the brewing industry, the same quality standards
apply. To commemorate this common interest, Boker is introducing a
series of traditional pocketknives with handles made from genuine German
ale/beer barrels, handcrafted in the Solingen factory. Each pattern will
include solid nickel silver bolsters, brass liners, carbon steel lades
and the resurrected old Tree Brand blade etching. A great item for the
collector or everyday user. 3˝" closed.. |