{"product_id":"higonokami-carbon-steel-japanese-friction-folder","title":"Higonokami Carbon Steel Japanese Friction Folder","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nagao Kanekoma Higonokami is one of Japan’s most iconic folding knives: a minimalist friction-folder with roots dating back to the late 19th century. These knives are made by Nagao Kanekoma Seisakusho in Miki City, Hyōgo, the last remaining workshop legally permitted to use the registered “Higonokami \/ 肥後守定駒” name. This is the real thing—traditional, practical, and deeply collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the Medium and Large sizes, the formula stays true to the classic Higonokami design: a laminated SK carbon-steel blade, a simple steel handle in a silver or black finish, and the signature chikiri lever for easy opening. Choose Medium - Silver, Medium - Black, Large - Black, or Large Silver. The Large Silver has the same specifications as the Large - Black, with a silver handle finish. Whether you want a compact everyday carry, a balanced all-around utility knife, or a larger pocket tool with more cutting length, this lineup offers an authentic Japanese folding knife for every preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. Closed Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. Open Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium - Silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e170 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 43–45 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUltralight pocket carry, small daily tasks, collectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium - Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 100 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 170 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 43–45 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe most balanced choice for everyday use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge - Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 120 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 39–48 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMore reach, more versatility, and the most hand-filling feel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge Silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 120 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e210 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 39–48 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMore reach, more versatility, and the most hand-filling feel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium - Silver is the lightest and most compact option in this lineup. Medium - Black offers the same 70 mm blade length with a slightly longer closed length and more weight. Both Large - Black and Large Silver offer a 90 mm blade and a fuller grip for users who want extra reach while keeping the slim traditional profile. The two Large options share the same measurements and differ in handle finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Which size Higonokami should I choose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose Medium - Silver for the lightest, most compact everyday carry, or Medium - Black for the same 70 mm blade length with a slightly longer closed length and more weight. Choose Large - Black or Large Silver if you want a more substantial Higonokami with extra reach for food prep, workshop tasks, or general utility cutting. Both Large options have the same specifications, so choose the handle finish you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is this a locking knife?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The Higonokami is a traditional friction-folder, which means it does not use a modern lock. It stays open through hand pressure and the simple brilliance of its chikiri lever design. That simplicity is a big part of its charm and historical appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is SK carbon steel good for everyday use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. SK carbon steel takes a keen edge easily and is straightforward to maintain, which is one reason the Higonokami remains so beloved. Like other carbon steels, it will patina with use and can rust if neglected, so wipe it dry after cutting and store it clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How do I care for a carbon-steel Higonokami?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe it dry after use, especially after cutting anything acidic or damp. A light coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/100-pure-tsubaki-japanese-knife-maintenance-camellia-oil-3-4-oz\"\u003eTsubaki Oil\u003c\/a\u003e is an easy way to protect the blade during storage. For day-to-day edge maintenance, a few light passes on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-tokushu-knife-premium-xl-buffalo-strop\"\u003eTokushu XL Buffalo Leather Strop\u003c\/a\u003e will help keep the edge crisp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What makes Nagao Kanekoma special?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nagao Kanekoma Seisakusho is widely recognized as the last remaining maker legally permitted to use the registered Higonokami name. That makes these knives more than just useful tools—they are a direct continuation of a historic Japanese knife tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nagao Kanekoma Seisakusho\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miki City, Hyōgo, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Japanese friction-folder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hon-Warikomi laminated blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e SK carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel with silver or black finish; black handles feature gold trademark engraving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional chikiri friction-folder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-bevel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satin blade with silver or black handle, depending on selected variant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Marking:\u003c\/strong\u003e “本割込” (Hon-Warikomi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, Large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Variants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium - Silver; Medium - Black; Large - Black; Large Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Size Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedium - Silver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 31–33 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedium - Black\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 100 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 170 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 43–45 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge - Black\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 120 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 39–48 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge Silver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 120 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 39–48 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife uses traditional carbon steel, so it will naturally darken and develop patina over time. That is normal and often desirable. To prevent rust, wipe the blade dry after use and apply a small amount of oil before storage when needed. A leather strop is an excellent way to maintain the edge between sharpenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Higonokami is proof that a pocket knife does not need springs, locks, or complicated hardware to be deeply useful. It is slim, tactile, easy to carry, and rich with Japanese history. 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