Japanese Folding Knife (Pocket Knife) with 50mm Blade in Blue Paper Steel

This is one of the most popular and traditional "HIGONOKAMI" (肥後守) knives, crafted by Nagao.

HIGONOKAMI knives are distinguished by their simple and sturdy construction, lacking a spring or lock, with the blade held in position purely by friction. The protruding lever allows the blade to be opened with one hand.

The knife features a thick, sturdy, double-edged blade with a thickness of 2.8mm (double bevel, suitable for both right- and left-handed users) and a slightly curved shape ending in a sharp tip. It is excellent for whittling, carving even the finest details, and tracing work.

The blade is forged and laminated, made from renowned Japanese blue paper steel. The handle is made of brass with embossed Japanese characters.

The knife is sharpened and ready for use!

Dimensions:

• Blade length: 50mm
• Total length: 130mm (open) / 75mm (closed)
• Blade width: 12mm
• Blade thickness: 2.8mm
• Handle width: 16mm
• Handle thickness: 6.8mm

Made in Japan