" Squad, Ten-Hut! " booms the US sergeant's loud cry into the still-young morning and into the sleepy ears of the 41st Field Artillery Brigade. " Left march! " Hundreds of pairs of boots march off in precise time, setting off on "Operation Schön." US Army scouts had previously deployed from Grafenwöhr, Europe's most modern military training area, and spotted an outpost of particular interest. Besides expansive training areas, state-of-the-art firing ranges, a military airfield, and housing for up to 4,000 US soldiers, a garrison for military clothing and equipment, which has long since become a popular destination for both military personnel and civilians, is located in the immediate vicinity of the 233 km² operational area.
Timo Schön's Bavarian-American dream began in 2007, almost typically, in a garage from which he sold his first military memorabilia. Within four years, his vision had become a mission, and his specialty store, " Schön Outdoor, " with its larger retail space and extensive product range, has become an indispensable destination for military enthusiasts. Clothing, boots, badges, outdoor gear, and historical and sometimes rare militaria are part of the core product line. Naturally, knives are also a must. " My father was a passionate knife collector. It's no wonder I caught the bug too ." The owner shares his extensive knowledge with his customers, who range from the military, police, and security services to private individuals.
The collaboration with Böker in 2012 came at just the right time . "A generous introductory offer facilitated the start of the partnership. Since then, the business relationship has been based on mutual trust and high regard. Böker's high brand recognition among American customers in the military base further boosted sales." The Böker Plus Rescue OTF is also likely to be very popular with a broad customer base. " This versatile knife is the perfect rescue tool and features a partially serrated edge , seatbelt cutter, glass breaker, and the intuitive OTF mechanism for quick opening and closing – completely legal and unrestricted to carry thanks to BKA approval. Its impressive quality guarantees safe and intuitive operation, even with gloves. "
As an aside, it's worth mentioning that a certain King of Rock and Roll was stationed in Grafenwöhr for a while. In that spirit: " Well, it's one for the money - two for the show - three to get ready, now go, go, go – to step into Schön's Outdoor Shop!"
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Alte Amberger Str. 23
D-92655 Grafenwöhr
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