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Nagao Kanekoma Black Higo No Kami Knife

Nagao Kanekoma Black Higo No Kami Knife

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The “Higonokami Sada Kanekoma” or HIGO is a traditional Japanese pocket knife that dates back to 1894. Now being forged by fifth-generation blacksmith Mitsuo Nagao, the company decided to make the “short knife” a folding blade four generations ago, and thus the HIGO was born. They are crafted with steel from the Yasugi District thru a process called “the fire polishing”…how cool is that?

The Kanji on the blade translates to "Higo no Kami Sada Kanekoma".


Learn more about higo knives here.


Shape Higonokami
Also know as? You could also call it a Folding Knife, depending on what part of Japan you are in.
Maintenance Level
Options Large - 90mm Medium - 70mm Small - 65mm
Blade Length 90 mm 70 mm 65 mm
Blade Height 16.4 mm 13.4 mm 12.8 mm
Blade Thickness
ⓘAbove the Heel / 1cm from the tip.
 2.8 mm / 2.8 mm 2.5 mm / 2.5 mm 2.3 mm / 2.3 mm
Weight 65 g 40 g 31 g
Steel Type SK4
Rockwell Hardness 58 - 59
Edge/Bevel Double (50/50)
Made in Miki, Hyogo, Japan

A NOTE ABOUT RUST  

Carbon steel is an awesome material to make knives out of. It’s easy to get sharp and stays sharp a very long time. But this comes with a trade-off; It will rust if you let it. To  avoid “bad” rust (orange rust) Wipe the knife dry with a dry cloth after use. Over time, the  blade will begin to protect itself with an oxide layer (grey to dark grey “good” rust),  this will slow the reaction time but not inhibit the rust entirely. Maintain the good  habit of drying off your knife.  

USE  

• Only cut food you can bite through with this knife. Hard foods can chip the blade. No olive pits, bones,  lobster shells, woody stems or parmesan rinds. Cutting frozen food is especially bad  because the cold will make hard steel even more brittle. If you wouldn’t chew it with  your own teeth, don’t cut it.  

• Your cutting surface is the biggest culprit of dulling your knife. Use wood. End  grain wood is especially good. Plastic can be fine too, but certainly not glass,  granite or bamboo. 

• The edge of your knife works best sliding forwards or backwards. Scraping the  knife edge sideways will dull or damage the edge. Instead, use the spine of the knife to move foods across the cutting board. Do not twist the edge or pry with the edge, this is the worst screwdriver you ever bought and these motions will certainly  damage the edge. Listen to the knife! If you can hear the edge making a “tink”  sound on the cutting board, change what you are doing.  

CLEANING  

• After use, wash the knife by hand with regular dish soap, rinse with hot water  and dry by hand immediately. Dishwashers are very bad for knives.  

• Wood handles may dry out over time and exposure to water. Simply treat them  with some food safe mineral oil or beeswax.  

• If you see orange rust, remove it. The scrubby side of a sponge can do the trick.  If it’s still not coming off try baking soda and water mixed into a paste or a product  called Barkeeper’s Friend.  

STORING  

• Protect the edge; for your safety and to avoid edge damage. A simple blade cover  will do the trick if you keep knives in a drawer or travel case. 

• A convenient wall magnet made with wood is a great way to show off your knives.  Be sure to put it back spine first, then roll it onto the blade face. This will keep the  edge from contacting the wood first.  

• The good-ol’ counter top block can keep knives at the ready and protected. So can  drawer inserts. Whatever the method, keep the edge from touching anything else. 


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Overall rating: 4.8114033 / 5 from 228 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Nagao Kanekoma Higo No Kami Knife is a traditional Japanese pocket knife with a razor-sharp edge, praised for its simple design, top-notch quality, and perfect size. Customers appreciate its classic look and affordability, making it ideal for everyday carry and gifting.

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  • Edge Sharpness (10%): It was noted by customers that the edge on this product is razor sharp and holds a good edge.
  • Design Simplicity (5%): Customers keep praising the simple and effective design of this knife, making it a popular choice.
  • Product Quality (4%): Customers keep praising the amazing and top-notch quality of the pocket knife from Japan.
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  • Knife Size (7%): Customers expressed appreciation for the perfect size of the knife, which was mentioned multiple times in the reviews.

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Review highlights

  • "Overall, a great little knife that is the perfect size, price, and design for an everyday carry!" — Coco S.
  • "Incredibly sharp edge that has a timeless look and the perfect size to have in your pocket for easy EDC." — Michael B.
  • "Great size, lightweight, incredible blade at a reasonable price." — Chuck B.

Reviews

"beautiful piece of craftsmanship. I really love the this knife and have made it my EDC. Will get one for the whole family. 100% recommended!"

— Gabriel (4/5)

Lives in my back pocket

"Great little pocket knife that takes a reasonable amount of abuse. I use it nearly everyday cut heavy plastic straps and open boxes, and on occasion use the lever as a screwdriver. Got a little rust at the start due to working in a somewhat wet environment, but scrubbed it off an now the surface has a solid patina. Awesome small knife for the price point."

— Tak G. (5/5)

"This is my favoutire present to give my friends and family. Great for the kitchen, car, pocket, camping, etc. It is inexpensive and the quality is amazing. I’ve had one for over five years that is still going strong."

— Dorian (5/5)

Awesome pocket knife

"This is a great pocket knife and extremely sharp. I’ve had my eye on it for a while and it kept selling out but I finally got my hands on one and I’m happy I did. I ended up buying 3 more for gifts. I would definitely recommend getting one. As well, every time I go in, the service is amazing and everyone is so helpful!"

— Jason w. (5/5)

Great simple folder

"I had seen ads for the store and then found myself out front as I was working near by. I picked this up kind spur of the moment. I am so pleased with it. It does exactly what I expect. Price is great. People are always intrigued by it when they see it."

— Conor m. (5/5)

It’s a Higo. What’s not to love?

"It’s a Higo. Basic knife, but the beauty is in its simplicity. Not a “tactical” folder, but a traditional knife like a French Opinel. I carry a bunch of knives at work. A tactical folder for work related tasks; an Opinel if I get attacked by a chub of salami or chunk of cheese and the Higo for smaller tasks like opening letters, sharpening pencils, etc. I also have the small Higo hidden in my duty belt (in case SHTF). The question is, force patina or not?"

— Terry C. (5/5)

Great little knife

"Great little knife to have on you, has a small hole in the rear of the handle to add a key ring, functional and low profile and a great everyday carry tool"

— Justin C. (5/5)

Great Value

"Great value for a convenient and beautiful little knife."

— Lucas B. (5/5)

My favourite folder!

"As someone who collects high end EDC knives from brands like benchmade and CRKT, I am in love with this simple folding knife. The craftsmanship and design is simple yet expertly made. This knife gets sharper than most and holds an edge to its grave. 10/10"

— Devon B. (5/5)

Nagao Kanekoma Black Higo No Kami Knife

"Light weight pocket tool, very handy and stays sharp. Everyday carry. Opens packages, envelopes, cut fruits for lunch nicely. Maintenance and care very easy."

— Jay T. (5/5)

Q&A

Hello , the higo knife brand is your own brand , are they still made in japan?
The higos are made in Japan :)
Does this knife have any kind of locking mechanism?
Hey there! This knife does not lock, it just uses friction and pressure on the tang to stay open.
What is the overall length of the Higo knife when open? 65mm = 70mm = 90mm = Thanks!
Hey Bob, here is the info! 90mm=215 mm open 70mm=170 mm 65mm=155mm - let me know if you need anything else! - Ellie
The Higo knife come in a box (for gift giving)? Thanks!
Hi Bob, It doesn't come in a box, but we do have sleeves you can purchase separately here: https://knifewear.com/products/horace-jasper-leather-higo-knife-sleeve - Ellie
When will the medium higo knife be back in stock at the Ottawa store?
Hey there, we should have it back in Ottawa in the next week or so, if you would like to let you know when it doesn't just let me know and I'll make sure that happens! - Ellie