{"product_id":"higonokami-tongari-damascus-special-series","title":"Higonokami Tongari Damascus - Special Series","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagao Kanekoma are fifth generation knife makers and the president is Mitsuo Nagao.  Nagao Kanekoma has been making knives since 1894.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Higonokami Tongari Damascus is a premium friction-folding pocket knife handcrafted by artisans in Miki, Hyogo, Japan. Built for professional bushcrafters, outdoor enthusiasts, and collectors, it features a distinctive sharp, pointed blade tip that sets it apart from standard Higonokami designs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade showcases authentic multi-layered Damascus steel with a premium Aogami (Blue Paper Steel) high-carbon core, delivering exceptional sharpness and edge retention. As a true friction folder honoring 130 years of heritage, it uses no mechanical lock—instead, simple thumb pressure on the chikiri (forged lever) keeps the blade safely open during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes boxed in a wooden Paulownia box perfect for gifting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-engraved brass or copper handles feature traditional Japanese motifs including tigers, dragons, and bamboo, making each piece a distinctive collector's item that blends functionality with timeless craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Setamono Japanese Homeware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52869735252100,"sku":null,"price":3200.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/setamono.co.za\/products\/higonokami-tongari-damascus-special-series","provider":"Setamono Japanese Homeware","version":"1.0","type":"link"}