Higonokami Pocket Knife - Bornean Ironwood
"Higonokami" is a type of Japanese folding pocket knife originating in Miki city, Hyogo Prefecture. A Higonokami knife has a blade that folds into a handle normally made of folded over sheet metal. When in use, the user can hold their thumb over a lever called Chikiri to prevent the blade from folding. It's unique double-edged V-shaped blade means you can use either side, regardless of dominant hand.
Higonokami knives are renowned for their simplicity and long-lasting quality. Today there remains only one manufacturer still making authentic Higonokami knives. The manufacturer of this knife has been making Higonokami knives since 1894.
For this knife, we chose a special wooden handle made from Bornean Ironｗood (also known as Ulin) a type of wood known for its durability and heavy weight.
The blade is made from an inlayed VG10 steel surrounded by an Ironwood wooden handle. Stamped on the handle you will find the Naked & Famous Denim logo along with a 'nude woman with sword' illustration on one side and the Higonokami trademark on the other.
Blade: VG10 Warikomi
Blade length: 2 7/8" (7.3 cm)
Handle Length: 3 3/4" (9.5cm)
Made In: Japan