Higonokami Nagao Koma Seisakusho Gold 53mm Blue steel (Aogami)

Product description

This traditional Japanese Higonokami folding knife comes from one of the last remaining original makers, Nagao Koma Seisakusho , who have been making these knives unchanged since the Meiji period in the late 19th century. It is an authentic Japanese pocket knife, the design and function of which remain true to the historical original.

The blade is made using the traditional warikomi method, where a hard core of Aogami (Blue Paper Steel) carbon steel is sandwiched between layers of soft iron. This construction ensures very high sharpness, easy sharpening, and better resistance to breakage compared to all-steel blades. This makes the knife suitable not only for everyday use, but also for users who want to learn how to work with carbon steel properly.

The handle is made of brass , which naturally acquires a patina over time. This process is considered desirable and emphasizes the traditional character of the knife. The simple design without a safety and the double-sided V-shaped cut allow for use by both right-handed and left-handed people .

The knife is popular for carving, pencil sharpening, woodworking , and as a practical tool for everyday use. It is also often used in knife-making and hand-sharpening lessons because it naturally adapts to the owner's hand.

Knife category

This knife belongs to the category of standardly produced traditional Japanese knives , which have been available for a long time and are manufactured according to original historical designs.

Country of origin: Made in Japan

Specifications

Total length (open): approx. 128 mm
Total length (closed): approx. 75 mm
Blade length: approx. 53 mm
Blade thickness: approx. 3.0 mm
Weight: approx. 43 g
Grinding: double-sided, V-shaped (suitable for right- and left-handed people)

Materials used

Blade: warikomi construction - core made of Aogami (Blue Paper Steel) , sheath made of soft iron
Handle: brass
Packaging: paper box

Knife features

Warikomi construction combines extreme sharpness with higher toughness.
The brass handle ages naturally and acquires a patina.
The simple design without a fuse corresponds to the traditional Higonokami design.
Double-sided grinding allows for universal use.

Recommendations for use

The knife is suitable for everyday use, woodworking, carving, outdoor activities, camping, gardening or mushroom picking.
To maintain maximum sharpness, we recommend regular hand grinding.

Notice

The knife does not have a safety lock - extra caution is required when using it.
Not suitable for prying and cutting extremely hard materials.
Keep out of reach of children.

Important information

This is a new, unused knife .
Handcrafting may cause slight differences in blade length or slight deviation of the die.
The blade is rust-free, there may be minor cosmetic scratches from manufacturing.
The Higonokami label is a registered trademark and only official products may bear it.