Uzbek Pchak (VG-10 steel)

The Pchak (from the Uzbek word Pichoq - knife) is a traditional knife of the Uzbeks and Uyghurs, widespread with minor differences in details throughout Central Asia. Pchaks traditionally have a ful flat grind blade set in a narrow handle. These are utility knives for kitchen work, although among the Uyghurs the pchak was a man's attribute, so it also had to be used as a weapon. Pchaks were made of various materials, for the rich they could be high-quality steel with rich decorations, but such pieces were rare. Japanese high-quality stainless steel, such as VG-10, seems to be good choice in this case. A blade with a slightly upturned tip is often found in this type of knives. Hardness 60 HRC (±1HRC) - rare in carbon steels, but knives made of this steel sharpen well. Full flat grind. A typical bolster, called giulband, with a handle made of two pieces of wood: dark hornbeam and a piece of Karelian birch. Under the handle, on the blade, there is a laser engraved manufacturer's monogram and the inscription: "Ручная работа VG-10". Leather sheath with decorative embossing and fastening with a snap button.

Total length: 286 mm

Blade length: 160 mm

Blade width: 35 mm

Blade thickness (max): 4 mm

Steel: VG-10

Leather sheath.

Producer: IP Siomina company