Stag vs stag

[hlee]

Okay this is probably a dumb question, however, what is the difference between Burnt Stag and Genuine Stag? For example, GEC sells knives with both; yet they look the same to my untrained eye. Is it merely that genuine stag is not flamed? I don't know. Any experts out there?

 

[Capt. Carl]

Burnt stag bone is bone that has been jigged and burned to look like stag. The genuine stag is well...genuine stag.

Gotta say I think GEC does a great job with their burnt stag bone.

 

[Peregrin]

Some manufacturers burn stag too. They use the pieces that aren't the best and add color by burning. Case does this on some knives. I'm not sure about GEC.

 

[slopingcompanion]

GEC burnt stag is "flamed" stag, not bone. I have seen it demonstrated to me and promptly packaged before my eyes. I was confused on this question myself so I specifically inquired during a tour of the factory.

 

[joe-bob]

Burnt stag is done to enhance the colors.

 

[Will Power]

Can you burn or torch stag yourself? I've got a CASE Mini Copperlock that although thick is pitifully pale....wouldn't flaming it mess up the whole knife?!

GEC certainly has some mega stag on offer.

 

[slopingcompanion]

i can't speak out of real wisdom, but I saw a LOT of oil on the stag during the torching.