'Black Oxide Finish' Japanese brass pocket knife, M

A piece of history, built to live well into the future. Banshu Hamono's 'Blue Steel' Japanese pocket knife, is based on a shape that has not changed since the Meiji period. Created by Motosuke Nagao, a fourth generation crafter and the last remaining Higonokami master of his generation, the versatile brass knife presents a precious piece of history and craftsmanship. With a handle made from brass and a black oxide finish stainless steel blade, the knife embodies the Higonokami's identity as an humble and daily tool, which can be refined and honed at home by users with regular sharpening and polishing. Wholly handmade, this medium-sized knife may feature some small imperfections — a testament to Nagao's fully hands on production process.