Niwaki Blue Steel Higonokami Folding Knife

Niwaki's Blue Steel Higonokami Folding Knife features a brass handle that develops a rich patina over time. The blade is hand-forged Hitachi aogami Blue Steel, which retains its sharpness for a long time and is easy to sharpen.

Ideal for everyday carry, this pocket knife is also perfect for foraging, picnics, camping, and other outdoor pursuits. 

The minimalist construction features no locking mechanism, and relies only on the stiffness of the joint to secure the blade closed. Should the joint loosen over time, it can be tightened by gently tapping the rivet with a hammer. We recommend using a brass tip hammer to prevent damage, or placing a small piece of cloth in-between the hammer and knife before striking. 

Materials: brass, blue steel

Made by: Niwaki

Made in: Japan

Specifications:6 3/4" open (3" blade); 4 1/4" closed

Further Reading: The Niwaki Higo knives are handmade by Kanekoma, a 5th-generation knife maker in Miki, in the Hyogo Prefecture. Founded in 1894, Kanekoma's early knives were called higonokami because many customers were from Kumamoto, an area previously known as Higo. In 1910, the name was registered, and only makers in the Miki could use it. Kanekoma are now the last of those makers.

In an industry known for hanging on to traditions, their factory is one of the most traditional — small, dark, and cluttered!