List of products by brand Higonokami

The Higonokami knife is a traditional Japanese folding knife that dates back to the late 19th century in Japan. The Higonokami is a simple and lightweight pocket knife recognizable by its folded metal handle and its non-locking blade opened using a lever called the chikiri.

Higonokami knives are still produced in Japan using traditional methods, especially by Nagao Kanekoma, one of the last official manufacturers of Higonokami knives.

Traditional Japanese pocket knife

The Higonokami was originally used as a general utility knife in Japan and is now appreciated by:

  • Knife collectors
  • Japanese knife enthusiasts
  • Everyday carry users
  • Traditional knife collectors
  • Minimalist knife users
  • Knife enthusiasts

The Higonokami knife has a very simple design with no locking mechanism, making it lightweight and compact.

Knife characteristics

Higonokami knives typically feature:

  • Carbon steel blade
  • Laminated blade
  • Brass handle
  • Steel handle
  • Chikiri lever
  • Non-locking folding knife
  • Japanese manufacturing
  • Traditional knife design
  • Lightweight knife
  • Compact pocket knife

Why choose a Higonokami knife?

Higonokami knives offer:

  • Traditional Japanese knife
  • Simple and effective design
  • Lightweight pocket knife
  • Everyday carry knife
  • Collector knife
  • Made in Japan knife
  • Historical knife design
  • Traditional folding knife

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