Surrounded by numerous canals and cycle paths, The Old Man Amsterdam Knives & Tools, run by Joris and Kyle, is located in the heart of the Dutch capital. Founded in 1924 by the Eberhardt family as a blacksmith shop under the name "Eberhardt Asian Art BV," the company initially thrived on importing artistic ironware such as chandeliers from the Far East. Later, they added wood carvings and figurines from Africa, two of which still serve as the company's mascots. In 1970, a branch dedicated to knives was established not far from the original location, specifically across the street. Since then, The Old Man Amsterdam Knives & Tools has been a hotspot for knife enthusiasts from around the world, thanks in particular to its classic flair and diverse selection.
The two owners' passion for knives was ignited in childhood. "During a holiday in Greece, my parents gave me a simple slipjoint knife. That was the starting point for my journey into the world of knives, metallurgy, and sharpening," Joris reminisces.
Kyle was just 5 years old when his parents gave him a small red keychain knife: “ The knife wasn’t even really practical, but I loved it because I couldn’t lose it. Later, I secretly inspected my older brothers’ knives and thoroughly studied the opening and locking mechanisms .”
At The Old Man Amsterdam, quality meets variety. The high-quality and versatile knives from Böker are therefore an essential part of the Dutch retailer's selection. " Böker is a must-have brand for us and has rightfully earned two prominent spots in our store." The smooth collaboration with Böker has existed for over 20 years and is characterized by high regard and mutual trust. Last but not least, the two young "Old Men" praise the uncomplicated communication with the entire Böker team and, in particular, the competence and dedication of Böker sales representative Hajo Wilkes.
“Many of our customers appreciate a modern design in a knife, but they also have high demands regarding quality. The Böker Plus Kwaiken Flipper Titan combines a modern design with excellent workmanship at an attractive price-performance ratio. Our favorite knife also delights our customers and can quickly become the start of a true collecting passion.”
The Old Men Amsterdam Knives & Tools
Damstraat 16
1012 JM Amsterdam
Netherlands
www.theoldmanknives.com/collections/boker
Mon-Wed: 10:00 - 18:00
Thu-Fri: 10:00 - 21:00
Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
Sun: 12:00 - 18:00
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