{"product_id":"higonokami-blue2-japanese-pocket-knife","title":"Higonokami Blue #2 Medium Japanese Pocket Knife — Brass Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Higonokami Blue #2 Medium is a traditional Japanese pocket knife with a carbon-steel blade and a folded brass handle. Made by Nagao Kanekoma in Miki, Hyogo, it brings a simple, compact design to everyday cutting tasks such as opening packages, trimming cord and sharpening pencils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aogami carbon-steel core is supported by soft iron in a traditional warikomi construction. Its polished blade folds into a slim brass handle stamped with the maker's markings. The brass develops a patina with use, giving each knife its own character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a non-locking friction folder. A riveted pivot and the projecting chikiri tang are part of its simple mechanism; it has no locking latch. Use controlled cutting pressure, keep fingers clear of the blade's closing path and avoid twisting or prying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Higonokami knife used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a compact utility knife for light, precise cutting: paper, packaging, cord and small craft tasks. The medium size is a practical choice for a workbench, tool kit or pocket-knife collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this folding knife lock open?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a traditional friction folder, not a locking knife. Familiarity with a non-locking blade is important before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Blue #2 steel stainless, and how do I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The carbon-steel blade and soft iron cladding can rust if left damp. Clean and dry the blade, pivot area and inside of the handle after use. Apply a thin coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/100-pure-tsubaki-japanese-knife-maintenance-camellia-oil-3-4-oz\"\u003eTsubaki camellia oil\u003c\/a\u003e before storage. Maintain the edge with a whetstone as needed and gentle, edge-trailing passes on a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/products\/leather-strop-paddle-strop-for-your-knife-roll\"\u003eTokushu Knife leather paddle strop\u003c\/a\u003e between sharpenings. Do not soak or put it in a dishwasher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nagao Kanekoma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Higonokami\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese folding pocket knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aogami \/ Blue #2 carbon steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCladding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft iron, warikomi construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 72mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length (Open):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 165mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 90mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 41g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chikiri lever \/ friction pivot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions and weight are nominal reference measurements; individual knives may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Higonokami","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67810903392480,"sku":"TK-67810903392480","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/6720\/0736\/files\/higonokami-blue-2-medium-brass-pocket-knife-1.jpg?v=1791535344","url":"https:\/\/tokushuknife.com\/es\/products\/higonokami-blue2-japanese-pocket-knife","provider":"Tokushu Knife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}