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1894- Mr. Tasaburo Shigematsu, a hardware wholesaler, introduced a new pocket knife with its blade and sheath folded by installing a small handle “Chikiri (tail)” on the blade, while inspired by the knife he brought back from Kagoshima.
He named it “Higonokami Knife” because many of his customers were in Kumamoto area (formally Higo country), which turned out to dramatically increase his sales. The blades have gradually changed their shapes. Unlike single-edged knives, the double-edged blades (V-shaped cross section) were in those days considered common. The earlier blades had a sharper tip (shape of a bamboo leaf), but now they have square shapes. The sheaths had a vertically folding style and a cross folding style, now the vertical one has to be custom made.
In 1911, at the First Kobe Export Articles Competitive Exhibition, Crown Prince (later Emperor Taisho) liked Higonokami on display very much and bought one, which is said to have helped its fame further spread.
The Higonikami is a fantastic traditional utility knife at a low cost.
Specifications
Style: | Higonokami |
Blade Length: | 92mm |
Weight: | 70g |
Bevel: | Double Bevel |
Blade Material: | Laminated SK Carbon Steel |
Handle Material: | Black Nickel |
Double thickness, heavy-duty canvas knife roll.
- Elastic loops
- 6 slots for knives/tools
- Steel rings
- Fits knives with an overall length of 430mm
- Pocket width 65mm
- Unfolded measurements: 650mm tall x 590mm wide
Accessories Information
– Plastic blade guard with felt lining
– 30cm length
– Most suited to 27/30cm chef knives
Please note, carbon steel blades, when not oiled, can rust when stored in blade guards lined with felt. Please ensure to completely dry and oil your carbon steel knives before using the blade guard, and not to store them in felt guards for long periods of time.
*Logo may vary from item pictured*
Accessories Information
– Plastic blade guard with felt lining
– 24cm length
– Most suited to 21cm chef knives
Please note, carbon steel blades, when not oiled, can rust when stored in blade guards lined with felt. Please ensure to completely dry and oil your carbon steel knives before using the blade guard, and not to store them in felt guards for long periods of time.
*Logo may vary from item pictured*
Knife Information
1894- Mr. Tasaburo Shigematsu, a hardware wholesaler, introduced a new pocket knife with its blade and sheath folded by installing a small handle “Chikiri (tail)” on the blade, while inspired by the knife he brought back from Kagoshima.
He named it “Higonokami Knife” because many of his customers were in Kumamoto area (formally Higo country), which turned out to dramatically increase his sales. The blades have gradually changed their shapes. Unlike single-edged knives, the double-edged blades (V-shaped cross section) were in those days considered common. The earlier blades had a sharper tip (shape of a bamboo leaf), but now they have square shapes. The sheaths had a vertically folding style and a cross folding style, now the vertical one has to be custom made.
In 1911, at the First Kobe Export Articles Competitive Exhibition, Crown Prince (later Emperor Taisho) liked Higonokami on display very much and bought one, which is said to have helped its fame further spread.
The Higonikami is a fantastic traditional utility knife at a low cost.
Specifications
Style: | Higonokami |
Blade Length: | 65mm |
Casing Length: | 90mm |
Casing Width: | 15mm |
Weight: | 33g |
Bevel: | Double Bevel |
Blade Material: | Laminated SK Carbon Steel Nashiji Finish |
Handle Material: | Black Steel |
Accessories Information
Suehiro is Japanese-made and some of the most popular in the market due to their consistent quality and excellent performance. We find the stones to have excellent feedback and even wear.
– Combination 1000/6000 grit for dull knives or moderate/small chip repair followed by polishing
– Includes a sturdy plastic base with rubber feet
– Includes small Nagura stone
- 175mm x 60mm x ~11-14mm (per grit)
– 950g weight
*Please ensure the correct sized saya is chosen before purchasing, a list of knives that fit this saya is linked below, Chefs Edge is not responsible if the wrong sized saya is selected*
Saya Style: | Gyuto |
Opening Height: | 44mm |
Internal Length: |
To suit a 210mm Gyuto |
External Length |
250mm |
Weight: |
48g |
Saya Material: | Birch Wood |
Knives this saya fits | Click here to view knives |
*Please ensure the correct sized saya is chosen before purchasing, a list of knives that fit this saya is linked below, Chefs Edge is not responsible if the wrong sized saya is selected*
Saya Style: | Santoku Bunka |
Opening Height: | 45mm |
Internal Length: |
To suit a Bunka or Santoku 165mm |
External Length |
220mm |
Weight: |
29g |
Saya Material: | Birch Wood |
Knives that suit this saya | Click here to view knives |
Accessories Information
Suehiro are Japanese-made whetstones and some of the most popular in the market due to their consistent quality and excellent performance. We find the stones to have excellent feedback and even wear.
– Combination 1000/3000 grit for dull knives or moderate/small chip repair followed by finishing
– Includes sturdy plastic base with rubber feet
– Includes small Nagura stone
- 175mm x 60mm x ~11-14mm (per grit)
– 950g weight