Description Features: A widely popular traditional pocket knife in Japan No locking mechanism – held in place by thumb pressure on the blade lever (also known as a friction folder) Long-lasting sharpness and easy to sharpen – due to it’s three layer structure and high carbon steel Higonokami knife design remains almost unchanged since its creation in the late 19th century This is an authentic Higonokami knife from the only remaining Miki guild forge – Nagao Kanekoma, which has the historical rights to manufacture Higonokami knives Perfect as a gift as the knife comes in a Japanese calligraphy ornamented box Specifications: Blacksmith: Mitsuo Nagao [永尾 光雄] Blade steel: Shirogami #2 (white paper) Hardness: 62-63 HRC Blade construction: triple-layered (soft steel jacket, Shirogami #2 core) Edge: Double bevel Handle: Blackened brass Total length: 175 mm Blade length: 75 mm Blade height: 14 mm Blade thickness: 3 mm Weight: 50 g Usage Guidelines: Due to the non-locking blade, this knife is best suited for smaller tasks – opening envelopes, sharpening pencils, cutting rope, or preparing snacks outdoors. If you’re looking for a more serious tactical knife for survival or hiking – check here Like all high-hardness carbon steel knives, the blade is quite brittle, so we don’t recommend cutting bones, frozen products, and under no circumstances should it be used as a cleaver. Sharpening and Maintenance: For sharpening, we recommend using Japanese Water Sharpening Stones and Leather Strops Always wash the knife with warm water and dry after use (dishwasher use not recommended) The blade is prone to rusting. After washing and drying the knife, coat it with camellia oil and store in a dry place If rust or stubborn residue appears: use our recommended Steel Care Products About the Forge [Nagao Kanekoma -永尾かね駒製作所]: A family forge where fifth-generation master Mitsuo Nagao maintains an unbroken family craft lineage since its founding Established: 1894 The only manufacturer of genuine and historical Higonokami knives in all of Japan Location: Miki Town, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Made in Japan – Nagao Kanekoma
