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Damascus steel

The term "Damascus steel“ refers to a

material composed of different steels,

which can be seen in polished or etched

state and has a clear structure of

several alternating fields of different

materials. Damascus steel combines

ideally the good properties of various

steels. So it owns likely the flexible and

the hardness. The importance of

Damascus was in antiquity, especially in

the use of the material for the

production of weapons.

Today, we use hand-forged Damascus

steel for the refinement of exclusive

pieces of jewellery such as watches.

The aesthetic charm and individuality of

this Materials are available for a subtle

but unique expression of luxury.

Meanwhile, we control procedures to

show a specific structures (e.g., a Swiss

cross) in the surface of Damascus steel.

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Surfaces with patina-look

Oxidized surfaces of iron, copper, brass

or bronze and other metals are

currently very trendy.

The oxidation can cause partial or

entire surface as required, with the

degree of corrosion can be controlled in

detail. The fixation by ensures that the

optical subsequently remains stable.

At present, three different procedures

are available to realize rusty or patina

surfaces. On the first we are working

with real, solid base metals, which we

oxidize in the desired degree.

Alternatively, we cause on a thin

metalized surface, which was applied to

a plastic carrier for example, a true

corrosion layer. A third variant is the

use of a varnish, which also exhibit

patina effects.

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Flambé Silver

Silver is an attractive precious metal.

Unfortunately, the surface turns dark

over time through oxidation.

By flambé we take this effect in

advance and give the precious material

a unique elegance. Thanks to this

processing step, the surface remains

stable. Especially in combination with

other materials such as wood, glass and

leather we create very exclusive-

looking products.

The picture above shows a pattern with

a brushed surface, untreated and

flamed. On the second figure is a silver

oxide-relief evident also treated and

untreated.