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Nagao Kanekoma

Nagao Kanekoma Higonokami SK Steel - Extra Large

$49.00 AUD

Knife Information

1894- Mr. Tasaburo Shigematsu, a hardware wholesaler, introduced a new pocket knife with its blade and sheath folded by installing a small handle “Chikiri (tail)” on the blade, while inspired by the knife he brought back from Kagoshima.

He named it “Higonokami Knife” because many of his customers were in Kumamoto area (formally Higo country), which turned out to dramatically increase his sales. The blades have gradually changed their shapes. Unlike single-edged knives, the double-edged blades (V-shaped cross section) were in those days considered common. The earlier blades had a sharper tip (shape of a bamboo leaf), but now they have square shapes. The sheaths had a vertically folding style and a cross folding style, now the vertical one has to be custom made.

In 1911, at the First Kobe Export Articles Competitive Exhibition, Crown Prince (later Emperor Taisho) liked Higonokami on display very much and bought one, which is said to have helped its fame further spread.

The Higonikami is a fantastic traditional utility knife at a low cost. 


Specifications

Style: Higonokami
Blade Length: 92mm
Weight: 70g
Bevel: Double Bevel
Blade Material: Laminated SK Carbon Steel
Handle Material: Black Nickel

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Introducing

Higonokami

In 1894 Mr. Tasaburo Shigematsu, a hardware wholesaler, introduced a new pocket knife with its blade and sheath folded by installing a small handle “Chikiri (tail)” on the blade, while inspired by the knife he brought back from Kagoshima.

He named it “Higonokami Knife” , and in 1911, at the First Kobe Export Articles Competitive Exhibition, Crown Prince (later Emperor Taisho) liked the Higonokami on display very much and bought one, which is said to have helped its fame further spread.

Discover the time-honored tradition of Japanese craftsmanship with our stunning Higonokami knives. The Higonokami, a traditional Japanese pocket knife, features a unique friction-folding design and a razor-sharp blade that has been masterfully forged using ancient techniques. These knives are not only functional tools but also true works of art, showcasing the beauty and skill of Japanese blade smithing.

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Customer Reviews

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Matt Anderson
Beautiful knife

The fit and feel of this knife is fantastic - fav knife Instantly

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Jack

Nagao Kanekoma Higonokami SK Steel - Extra Large

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Julio P De Garis

Nagao Kanekoma Higonokami SK Steel - Extra Large

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Clancy Robinson
Unparalleled Quality of Steel

Nagao Higonokami's are without a doubt, the best value for money steel you can buy in a blade today. Each blade has unique attributes due to the forging process. You can see these are truly hand made in low scale. Outstanding quality, will be expanding my Higonokami collection without a doubt. The SK steel will obviously tarnish if not cared for properly. VG10 steel is a good option if you would like a care free Higonokami.

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Chris Shepherd

Nagao Kanekoma Higonokami SK Steel - Extra Large

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