Boker 1969 Z28-Damast 111101DAM

Legends are not born, they are shaped by time until their moment comes to shape time. They don't live a myth, they create it and leave a venerable legacy. In 1966, the foundation stone for another icon was laid in Detroit, Michigan. Numerous vehicles see the light of day in the epicenter of the US automotive industry. Many of them are ordinary cars, while others are chosen. The Chevrolet Camaro was originally designed as a so-called pony car that was intended to appeal primarily to younger buyers. Compact, sporty and affordable – the coupé was the strong one for the young people. Success didn't take long to arrive. From 1966 to 1969, around 700,000 Camaros rolled off the assembly line with 12 different engine variants. In 1969, the Z28, the last Camaro of the first generation, was introduced. Among connoisseurs, this model is considered one of the best among all series. A powerful V8 small block engine with 216 kW (294 hp) and a special performance package put the Camaro Z28 into the select league of muscle cars, including sporty stripes on the body. The motorsport DNA of the now sought-after collector's item cannot be denied either. The engine used is a weakened variant of the successful and highly decorated Penske Camaro from the SCAA Trans AM racing series.

Böker quotes the design of the Camaro Z28 and revives the legend. The result is more than just a knife. An attitude to life, the dignified road trip with the bubbling sound of the V8 engine on the seemingly endless highway, gentle rays of sunshine that streak over the canyon and warm the soul. Unforgettable moments without everyday life - just like the extraordinary Böker 1969 Z28 Damask. In collaboration with the Italian designer Tommaso Rumici, a unique “muscle knife” was created that combines the distinctive characteristics of the Camaro Z28 in shape and strength. The elegant drop point blade made of 80-layer damascus was hand-forged by Chad Nichols in the “Tread” pattern and is reminiscent of the sloping cowl-induction hood of the muscle car. Parts of the upper wishbone from the Camaro were used for the blade, which opens smoothly with the blue thumb pin, while the snappy stainless steel liner lock reliably locks the knife. Based on a color analysis on an original model, the finely coordinated paintwork in “Le Mans Blue” was created especially for Böker for the aluminum handle, which interprets the lines of the body in a nostalgic way and features exciting details. The notchback, the small rear spoiler and the gill-like air inlets on the rear fenders were beautifully integrated into the knife. The blade axle screw is lovingly modeled on the rims often used on muscle cars, while the straight-lined stainless steel clip milled from solid is reminiscent of the chrome-plated door handles. Delivery includes a high-quality floating display, lots of torque and a gentle breeze in your hair. Handcrafted in the Böker factory in Solingen.

Materials:
Blade: damascus stainless steel.
Handle: aluminium.
Lock System: liner lock.
Pocket clip.
Lanyard hole.

Measurements:
Blade: 80 mm.
Overall: 186 mm.
Closed: mm.
Tickness: 3.63 mm.
Weight: 99 grs.

Made in Germany.