The DOBERMANN IV Africa is the knife dedicated to hunting professionals, designed to deliver superior performance in any condition.
The DOBERMANN IV Africa is the knife dedicated to hunting professionals, designed to deliver superior performance in any condition. Equipped with a Böhler N690 steel blade—the Austrian chrome‑vanadium‑molybdenum‑cobalt alloy—it ensures the perfect balance of hardness, strength, and resilience, delivering effective, long‑lasting sharpness. The Santos Rosewood handle provides comfort and natural warmth, while the additional Forprene grip lets you tackle Bushcraft and Survival operations requiring extra robustness—such as batoning and chopping—by easily replacing the wooden scales.
The knife comes with an Italian‑made leather sheath, complete with a sharpening plate to keep the edge at peak performance, and a steel wedge useful for stretching hides.
Main Technical Features
Weight: 368.5 g (13 oz)
Blade Length: 185 mm (7.3 in)
Overall Length: 337 mm (13.3 in)
Blade Thickness: 6.3 mm (0.25 in)
Blade Material: Böhler N690 steel
Blade Finish: satin
Grind: full‑flat grind
Handle Material: Santos Rosewood (with included Forprene scales)
Sheath: Italian leather, with sharpening plate and steel wedge
User Benefits
– Exceptional blade longevity and edge retention thanks to Böhler N690
– Natural comfort and grip with wood handle; tactical option with Forprene scales
– Easy scale replacement to adapt to hunting, Bushcraft, and Survival activities
– Premium sheath with on‑hand maintenance tools
Warnings and Instructions for Use (compliant with GPSR and Italian regulations)
– Keep out of reach of children: sharp blade and components can cause serious injury.
– Do not use as a lever or hammer to avoid damaging the blade and mechanism.
– Clean and dry blade and sheath thoroughly after use in humid or dusty environments; avoid harsh detergents.
– Apply a light coat of protective oil to the blade to preserve its properties.
– Store closed in a dry, ventilated place.
– In case of wear or damage, contact an authorized service center.