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General Terms and Conditions

Shefftek is a trading name of Ondale Limited


1) General Obligations
1.1 Onedale Limited shall deliver the goods as specified.
1.2 The client shall provide payment for the goods prior to despatch.
1.3 Onedale Limited reserve the right to decline any order without reason being given.

2) Liability
Nothing in this agreement affects the statutory rights of a consumer. Subject thereto all representations, warranties, guarantees and conditions express or implied, statutory or otherwise are expressly excluded and Onedale Limited does not accept liability for loss, damage, or injury howsoever arising. Onedale Limited shall in no circumstances have any liability for any consequential loss or damage.

3) Force Majeure
If Onedle Limited is prevented or delayed in the performance of any of its obligations under this agreement by circumstances beyond its reasonable control then Onedale Limited shall be excused the performance or punctual performance of the services as the case may be for so long as such cause of prevention or delay shall continue.

4) Ownership and risk in goods sold.
4.1 Risk of damage to or loss shall pass to the client at time of delivery.
4.2 Notwithstanding delivery and the passing of risk in the goods supplied the property in the goods shall not pass to the client until such time as Onedale Limited has received payment or cleared funds payments in full of the price of the goods.
4.2 Until such time as the property in the goods passes to the client, the client shall hold the goods as Onedale Limited's agent and bailee and shall keep the goods separate from that of the client and third parties and properly stored protected and insured and identified as Onedale Limited's property.

5)Health and Safety
5.1 The client shall take all reasonable steps to ensure that the goods are stored and used safely and without possible endangerment to the owner or other persons. The client has the responsibility of protecting the health and safety of persons from the goods supplied.
5.2 The client shall take every reasonable step to ensure the goods are not handled by minors or persons under the influence of intoxicating drink or drugs.
5.3 The client shall take every possible step to ensure that the goods are not used for illegal purposes especially the endangerment of other persons.
5.4 The client acknowledges that the goods are produced as a cutting implement and as such can cause injury if misused, the client shall take every possible step to ensure the goods are not misused or abused in any way.
5.5 The client acknowledges also that the abuse and misuse of a cutting implement can result in subsequent injury and shall take every step to ensure the goods are treated with respect.
5.6 The client shall ensure the condition and fitness for purpose of the goods prior to each use.
5.7 The client shall ensure prior to and after completion of sale that the goods comply to the laws and regulations of the country in which the client resides and that the goods after receipt are used lawfully.
5.8 The client shall prior to purchase ensure that the goods comply with the laws of the land in which they reside.
5.9 The client acknowledges that Onedale Limited trading as Shefftek have a strict policy only to sell to persons over the age of 18 years and that the client declares themselves to be over that age limit. The client accepts that a false declaration of age will nullify Shefftek.com/Onedale Limited from any liability whatsoever.

6) Variations
No variation, extension, exclusion or cancellation of this agreement shall be binding unless it is confirmed in writing to Onedale Limited.

7) Severance
If any term or provision of this agreement is or shall become in whole or in part illegal, invalid or unenforceable, the legality, validity and enforceability of the remainder of the agreement shall not be affected or impaired thereby.

8) Entire agreement.
8.1 This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the client and Onedale Limited.
8.2 All orders are accepted and executed on the understanding that the client is bound by these conditions.

9) Applicable Law
English Law shall apply to this agreement.

10) Assignment
Onedale Limited may assign or transfer its rights and/or obligations in this agreement in which case the clients the clients rights and guarantees will not be reduced.

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Copyright Shefftek
Our range of knives are tough, durable utility knives and must be used lawfully and safely. This high quality range of knives are not on sale to persons under the age of 18 years, please read our terms and conditions.
Onedale Limited, 6 Carbrook Business Park, Dunlop Street, Sheffield, England.

Copyright 2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The British Army knife and the Oceanmaster Yacht knife are popular with military, sailing, camping, hunting and survival enthusiasts. A part of British history, the Army knife, is avidly sought by knife collectors world-wide. Whether you are a collector of militaria, pocket knives or just want a tough Sheffield knife as an addition to your sailing bag, camping equipment or survival kit, our fine blades will serve you well.

The British Army Knife

The British Army Knife has been used by generations of brave British soldiers and has been carried onto the battlefield since the beginning of the last century. Maintaining its traditional design this fine knife is still produced and still purchased by the British Army today. All the finest characteristics of the British Army are contained within this high quality knife. Toughness, steadfastness & versatility are just a few of the qualities which have served the British soldier on the world's battlefields. This knife proudly serves alongside the British Tommy every step of the way. it is literally "As tough as the troops"

The Oceanmaster Yacht Knife

The Oceanmaster Yacht Knife will prove to be a valuable addition to any sailor's kit. The unique blade design is always popular with the crew as each blade or tool is designed to be used and opened with gloved hands. Whether you are crewing in the Solent or Skippering in the South Atlantic you will find this tough and durable knife a welcome addition to the boat, a tool which will soon be in constant use.

The history of blade making in Sheffield, England

The history of blade making in Sheffield, England is so deep as to require volumes to tell and to detail the full history of blade manufacture in Sheffield would take a web site of mammoth proportions, such is the depth of our history. We Sheffielders are proud of this history and that the skills learnt over the centuries have not only been retained by today's cutlers but that we are adding our own page to the wonderfully rich tradition for which our city is justifiably famous.

Tower of London
Sheffield has been the home of cutlery for almost the last thousand years. Way back in 1340 when King Edward III (1312-1377 AD) was King over England, Ireland and France, an inventory of his possessions in the Tower of London made note of a Sheffield Knife. In fact he so valued this knife that it was recorded in his will. You can be sure that the beneficiary must have been equally as proud as the King to own such a treasured item.
Later on in the 1380's Chaucer wrote about a Sheffield knife in the Reeves Tale. Interestingly portraits have been painted of Chaucer wearing such a knife.

An abundance of natural resources in Sheffield gave rise to the cutlery industry. The beautiful surrounding hills produce six rivers which flow through the city and were used to power the water wheels. Good quality iron ore and coal to smelt and forge are found locally together with sandstone for the polishing and grinding wheels. Our ancestors used these natural gifts and developed their talents over many generations to earn the respect of the world with the quality of their knives.
Throughout history these knives have given pleasure to King and commoner alike, thanks to today's modern technology we can now show our wares to a wider audience.
Made in Sheffield for people who recognise quality.

Technical details of our outdoor knife blades

At the end of the 19th century the Sheffield cutlery industry employed around fifteen thousand people and as the 20th century came to life the constant quest for improvement in the manufacture of cutlery increased pace. In the 1920's an exciting new development was made public by a local Sheffield metallurgist - STAINLESS STEEL. It became the industry standard for cutlery. Having now had time to further develop stainless steel from this fresh beginning we begin the 21st century with exceptionally advanced materials from which our cutlers can produce truly fine blades.
Our outdoor knives are produced from a range of stainless steels called Martensitic stainless steels. The steel has been specially formulated for cutlery and in particular knife blades and gives an extremely keen edge due to the hardness.
For those of you interested in the technical specification of the stainless steel used for the blade, below are a few details for your interest. For those of you not so technically minded you may enjoy the History of Blade Making instead.


Grade of Stainless Steel
Martensitic Stainless Steel European Designation : 1.4034


Characteristics
The characteristic feature of this Martensitic Stainless Steel is its ability to be hardened by quenching and tempering. This steel has excellent fatigue behaviour combined with good corrosion resistance.


Corrosion Resistance
Due to the chromium content of 14% (mean) this Martensitic Stainless Steel can be used in contact with foodstuffs. The good corrosion resistance is due to a careful balance of the alloying elements used to obtain high strength after quenching. This grade is particularly suitable for applications requiring resistance to corrosion in the following media :-

1) Fresh waters and streams.
2) Oils
3) Picric and lactic acids
4) Chloride free neutral and alkaline salt solutions.

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