Tomita Higo Pocket Knife White Steel Kiritsuke Style

Continuing a 60-year legacy begun by his older brother Shigeru Tomita, Osamu Tomita hand-forges beautiful, small-batch Higonokami knives built to last a lifetime.

Forged using the traditional Japanese Warikomi lamination technique, these Kiritsuke-style Higo knives feature a Shirogami #2 carbon steel core, forge-welded between softer steel outer layers. This creates a strong, yet lightweight knife that holds a very fine edge, best suited to light and controlled cutting tasks. With a double-sided bevel, these knives can be used either side regardless of your dominant hand.

The hammered Tscuhime pattern along the spine and handle adds to the uniqueness, beauty and tactile nature of each knife. A brass rivet joints the blade and handle, which can be hammered to re-tighten as the folding action loosens over the life of this knife. Supplied in a Paulownia wooden case, each hand signed by Master Tomita Osamu.

Due to the carbon steel material, this knife must be kept clean, dry, and lightly oiled if unused for longer periods.

Features

• Double-sided bevel, 4mm thick Blade
• Pre-sharpened ready for use
• Friction fold closure
• Shirogami #2 White paper carbon steel core
• Warikomi three-layered composite laminated construction
• Kiritsuke multi-purpose style with angular tip
• Supplied in hand-signed Paulownia wooden box

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