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Higonokami No 5 Black Folder

The Higonokami No. 5 Black Folder is a traditional Japanese friction folder built around a 3.75-inch SK5 high-carbon steel blade hardened to 60 HRC. Instead of a locking mechanism, it uses the classic chikiri tang lever and pivot friction to hold the blade open, keeping the design simple, slim, and dependable. The blackened one-piece stainless handle carries the maker's stamp and includes a lanyard hole, and the knife folds down to just 4.75 inches for easy pocket carry. Made in Miki, Japan, it's a proven everyday cutter for whittling, food prep, cordage, and general utility work.

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SKU
HIGO05BL
Material
Steel
Style
Vintage
$15.48
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  1. SK5 High-Carbon Steel Blade — The 3.75-inch (9.53 cm) blade is forged from SK5 carbon steel that takes and holds a razor-sharp edge for everyday cutting tasks.
  2. 60 HRC Hardness — Hardened to 60 on the Rockwell scale, the blade resists rolling and dulling through repeated use and stays keen with simple maintenance.
  3. Friction Folder Design — No lock, no spring — the traditional slip-joint action relies on pivot friction and thumb pressure on the chikiri lever to hold the blade open.
  4. Extended Tang (Chikiri) Lever — The signature hooked tang extends past the handle so you can flip the blade open and lock it down with your thumb during use.
  5. Blackened Stainless Handle — The one-piece folded stainless steel handle carries a black finish and traditional Japanese maker's stamp on the scale.
  6. Lanyard Hole — A drilled hole at the base of the handle lets you rig a cord, fob, or keyring for quick access and retention.
  7. Compact Carry Dimensions — At 4.75 inches (12.07 cm) closed, it drops into a pocket, pack, or tackle box without adding bulk.
  8. Made in Japan — Produced in Miki, Japan, home of the Higonokami pattern since 1896, carrying on a design that has remained largely unchanged for over a century.

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  1. Jurne1993

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    This knife is incredible for the price. The SK5 carbon steel takes a razor sharp edge and the friction folder design works perfectly.
  2. Geoff

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    I've been into traditional folders for a while and this Higonokami No 5 is just a joy to carry and use. Slips right into a watch pocket or a small jeans pocket and you forget its even there until you need it. I've been using mine for whittling small sticks around the campfire and the SK5 steel takes a crazy keen edge and its easy to touch up on a strop in just a few strokes. The pivot can feel a little loose compared to modern western knives but thats just the nature of the traditional friction folder design, its not a flaw its a feature once you understand how it works. Highly recommend to anyone who wants a genuine piece of Japanese everyday carry history.

    SK5 steel sharpens up incredibly easy

    Pivot feels looser than modern locking folders, takes adjustment if thats what youre used to

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