{"title":"Seki Challengers Knife Club","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife carftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"seiichi-nakamura-sn-100-dolpin-pocket-knife-with-scissors","title":"SEIICHI NAKAMURA SN-100 \"DOLPIN\" Pocket knife with scissors","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife carftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSEIICHI NAKAMURA SN-100 \"DOLPIN\" Pocket knife with scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  Mr. Nakamura is one of the authority and chief of the club. He is 79 years old, and was running a knife factory for Kershaw. He is an idea man and designer, and have some collaboration with Benchmade with his patented \"Nak Lock\" folders. This is his anoather patented folder with unique scissors on end of handle, that works by squeezing blade and locking bar with fingers. Ideal for fisherman to cut a line! Allstainless steel Lock back Folder of 2-1\/4\" 440 stainless steel blade with nail-nick and thumb notches on back, 3-1\/4\" Satin finish Stainless steel handle with 4 holes and scissors on end, Each in soft leather pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e440 blade in 2.0mm thick, 55mm blade, 140mm overall, Weight 40g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Model: SEIICHI NAKAMURA SN-100 \"DOLPIN\" Pocket knife with scissors\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: 440 Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): \u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Stainless Steel Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 140mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 55mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 40g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34806362374189,"sku":"SN-100","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/products\/seiichi-nakamura-sn-100-dolpin-pocket-knife-with-scissors-17366213034029.jpg?v=1599740666"},{"product_id":"ritsu-maruyama-rm-20-little-dagger-ds93x-hakkapella-damascus-blade","title":"Ritsu Maruyama RM-20  \"LITTLE DAGGER\" DS93X Hakkapella Damascus blade","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRITSU MARUYAMA RM-20 \"LITTLE DAGGER\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Ritsu Maruyama is a talented and aggressive young knife maker working at Hattori Hamono and is an apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He likes to make tactical knives and he pays attention to the details to ensure a perfect fit and finish. Since his time is limited to after work and weekends, he can only make one or two knives each year. Last year, we introduced his first knife, the Sub-Hilt Fighter and Little Fighter\", which quickly sold out. As a knife maker in training, he devotes tremendous time to making each knife, perfecting the finish and ignoring profitability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an elegant 4\"Little Dagger made of Mirror polished DS93X Hakkapella Damascus steel, a powder metallurgy Damascus steel made from two different hardenable steel grades (RWL34 and PMC27). These two alloys are fused by forge welding and folding the billet repeatedly, until there are more than 100 layers.  2-1\/2\" Pearl Shell handle with 950ag Silver inlay and red G10 liner. Comes with Black Shark-skin leather sheath that has soft white Deer-skin liners. Gift boxed. A beautiful Art Knife piece! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDS93X Hakkapella Damascus blade: 4.0mm thick, 100mm blade, 165mm overall, weight 90g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Knife Model: Ritsu Maruyama RM-20 Little Dagger\u003cbr\u003e Blade Material: DS93X Hakkapella Damascus Hollow ground Dagger style blade \u003cbr\u003e Rockwell Hardness (HRc.): 60-62\u003cbr\u003e Handle Material: White Pearl Shell with 950ag Silver inlay and Red G10 liner\u003cbr\u003e Overall Length: 165mm (6 ½ inches)\u003cbr\u003e Blade Length: 100mm (4 inches)\u003cbr\u003e Blade Thickness: 4.0mm (5\/32 inch approximately)\u003cbr\u003e Weight: 90g (3.2oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have recently received very good words about Ritsu Maruyama's work from the knife enthusiast and collector,  Brett in Washington who bought most of his knives made so far:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe very first time I saw a Ritsu Maruyama knife I knew I was looking at superior craftsmanship, outstanding quality, perfect fit \u0026amp; finish and an attention to detail you find in the works of the most seasoned and skilled knife makers. To my amazement it was his very first knife called “The Little Fighter” made in his limited spare time for the “Seki Challengers Knife Club” for the most talented young makers while apprenticing for the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. I could tell instantly from the photos it was an incredible piece that was perfectly made so I purchased it without hesitation. The knife was absolutely gorgeous and surpassed my expectations in every way. After only one knife Ritsu became my favorite maker and I have checked the JKD website every day since waiting\/hoping for a new knife from Ritsu. I now have eight amazing works from Ritsu and have commissioned him for an incredibly difficult Wakizashi which he is currently working on. Each knife seems to surpass the one before with the emerging skill of a long time master blade smith. Imagine my surprise when I found out he is only 25 years old and largely self taught. I showed his works to a couple of my knife making friends, both great makers in their own right who couldn’t believe he was only 25 years old and thought he must have come from a long line of master makers in his family to be as highly skilled as he is which apparently is not the case. Ritsu says the key parts of his skills are self taught and claims that YouTube is a good textbook. Not only is Ritsu a master at bladesmithing, but is also a master wood and leather craftsman as well. His handle and sheath making abilities are second to none with the same superior quality and craftsmanship he dedicates to every single tiny detail of his blades. Ritsu quickly became and will forever be my favorite knife maker and in my mind may already be one of the greatest all around craftsman on the planet! He has already won “Art Knife of the Year” award at the 2023 JKG Knife Show and would have won again this year had he been able to complete the amazing  “Frigate”  fighting knife in time. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a beautiful Ritsu Maruyama piece then you also will surely be hooked on his absolute mastery of all facets of blade smithing and will quit possibly have a new life long favorite knife maker as I do. His artful skill at making incredibly beautiful and amazingly well built blades, handles and sheaths make for a complete package that is rarely found, hard to beat and will be treasured for many lifetimes! Thank you so much Ritsu for pouring your heart, blood, sweat and tears into every piece you create. Thank you for the great treasures you have already given me and the many more to come. Lastly, thank you for being as kind a person as you are a great knife maker! If you are looking for a very special treasure that may be handed down generation to generation you certainly will not be disappointed with the elegant, beautiful  handcrafted works of master maker Ritsu Maruyama. If you haven’t heard of him yet, you surely will in the near future! He’s destined to be one of the greats. In my mind he already is! Thanks again, Ritsu and thank you JKD for being one of the best knife stores in the world and for being so wonderful to work with. Your communication is second to none and I receive my packages from you here in the United States faster than I do from the US based stores. Keep up the great work, all! Thank you very much, Brett\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41268512030765,"sku":"","price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/products\/ritsu-maruyama-rm-20-little-dagger-ds93x-hakkapella-damascus-blade-31135711526957.jpg?v=1665995670"},{"product_id":"ritsu-maruyama-rm-30-desk-dagger-rwl-34-powder-steel-blade","title":"Ritsu Maruyama RM-30  \"DESK DAGGER\" RWL-34 Powder steel blade","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRITSU MARUYAMA RM-30 \"DESK DAGGER\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Ritsu Maruyama is a talented and aggressive young knife maker working at Hattori Hamono and is an apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He likes to make tactical knives and he pays attention to the details to ensure a perfect fit and finish. Since his time is limited to after work and weekends, he can only make one or two knives each year. Last year, we introduced his first knife, the Sub-Hilt Fighter and Little Fighter\", which quickly sold out. As a knife maker in training, he devotes tremendous time to making each knife, perfecting the finish and ignoring profitability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an elegant Desk Dagger, with a wooden stand, can be used as a letter opener!  The 5-1\/4\" Dagger style blade is made from Satin brushed RWL-34 Powder steel, which is equivalent to ATS-34 (RWL is named after Robert W. Loveless). 4\" Pink Ivory Exotic wood handle with Nickel silver hilt and butt. Comes with Wooden stand with Pink Ivory holders (Soft white Deer-skin liners). Gift boxed.  A beautiful Art Knife piece for your desk!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRWK-34 blade: 5.1mm thick, 140mm blade, 250mm overall, weight 115g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Knife Model: Ritsu Maruyama RM-30 Desk Dagger\u003cbr\u003e Blade Material: RWL-34 Hollow ground Dagger style blade \u003cbr\u003e Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 60-62\u003cbr\u003e Handle Material: Pink Ivory with Nickel silver Hilt and Butt \u003cbr\u003e Overall Length: 250mm (10 inches)\u003cbr\u003e Blade Length: 140mm (5 ½ inches)\u003cbr\u003e Blade Thickness: 5.1mm (3\/16 inch approximately)\u003cbr\u003e Weight: 115g (4oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have recently received very good words about Ritsu Maruyama's work from the knife enthusiast and collector,  Brett in Washington who bought most of his knives made so far:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe very first time I saw a Ritsu Maruyama knife I knew I was looking at superior craftsmanship, outstanding quality, perfect fit \u0026amp; finish and an attention to detail you find in the works of the most seasoned and skilled knife makers. To my amazement it was his very first knife called “The Little Fighter” made in his limited spare time for the “Seki Challengers Knife Club” for the most talented young makers while apprenticing for the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. I could tell instantly from the photos it was an incredible piece that was perfectly made so I purchased it without hesitation. The knife was absolutely gorgeous and surpassed my expectations in every way. After only one knife Ritsu became my favorite maker and I have checked the JKD website every day since waiting\/hoping for a new knife from Ritsu. I now have eight amazing works from Ritsu and have commissioned him for an incredibly difficult Wakizashi which he is currently working on. Each knife seems to surpass the one before with the emerging skill of a long time master blade smith. Imagine my surprise when I found out he is only 25 years old and largely self taught. I showed his works to a couple of my knife making friends, both great makers in their own right who couldn’t believe he was only 25 years old and thought he must have come from a long line of master makers in his family to be as highly skilled as he is which apparently is not the case. Ritsu says the key parts of his skills are self taught and claims that YouTube is a good textbook. Not only is Ritsu a master at bladesmithing, but is also a master wood and leather craftsman as well. His handle and sheath making abilities are second to none with the same superior quality and craftsmanship he dedicates to every single tiny detail of his blades. Ritsu quickly became and will forever be my favorite knife maker and in my mind may already be one of the greatest all around craftsman on the planet! He has already won “Art Knife of the Year” award at the 2023 JKG Knife Show and would have won again this year had he been able to complete the amazing  “Frigate”  fighting knife in time. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a beautiful Ritsu Maruyama piece then you also will surely be hooked on his absolute mastery of all facets of blade smithing and will quit possibly have a new life long favorite knife maker as I do. His artful skill at making incredibly beautiful and amazingly well built blades, handles and sheaths make for a complete package that is rarely found, hard to beat and will be treasured for many lifetimes! Thank you so much Ritsu for pouring your heart, blood, sweat and tears into every piece you create. Thank you for the great treasures you have already given me and the many more to come. Lastly, thank you for being as kind a person as you are a great knife maker! If you are looking for a very special treasure that may be handed down generation to generation you certainly will not be disappointed with the elegant, beautiful  handcrafted works of master maker Ritsu Maruyama. If you haven’t heard of him yet, you surely will in the near future! He’s destined to be one of the greats. In my mind he already is! Thanks again, Ritsu and thank you JKD for being one of the best knife stores in the world and for being so wonderful to work with. Your communication is second to none and I receive my packages from you here in the United States faster than I do from the US based stores. Keep up the great work, all! Thank you very much, Brett\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41268650737709,"sku":"","price":1300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/products\/ritsu-maruyama-rm-30-desk-dagger-rwl-34-powder-steel-blade-31136114409517.jpg?v=1665999268"},{"product_id":"nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-40-edc-utility-hunter-solid-vg-10-blade","title":"NOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-40 \"EDC Utility Hunter\" Solid VG-10 Blade","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-40 \"EDC Utility Hunter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMr. Yamamoto is a talented and experienced knife maker working at Hattori Hamono for over 20 years as a first and chief apprentice to the  Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He has been working very hard to learn Master's skills and techniques, and gained Master's endorsement to be an outstanding knife craftsman. He is allowed to make his own custom knives only after normal work and off days, so it will take a few months to finish one knife. So far, we have introduced some knives and quickly sold out. These are his third challenge to produce EDC Utility Hunters in two different Exotic wooden handle materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe NY-40 series have 4-1\/2\" Half Mirror polished VG-10 Hamaguri-ba (Convex edge) blades with 4-1\/2\" Hand contoured Tagayasan wood (NY-40A) or Beefwood (NY-40B) handles, Full tang with two Blackened Stainless fastenerss and lanyard on end, Comes with Hand fitted Brown Custom Leather sheath. 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There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenging to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Ritsu Maruyama is a talented and aggressive young knife maker working at Hattori Hamono and is an apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He likes to make tactical knives and he pays attention to the details to ensure a perfect fit and finish. Since his time is limited to after work and weekends, he can only make one or two knives each year. Last year, we introduced his first knife, the Sub-Hilt Fighter and Little Fighter\", which quickly sold out. As a knife maker in training, he devotes tremendous time to making each knife, perfecting the finish and ignoring profitability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn end of 2022, Ritsu has opened his own workshop and became individual custom knifemaker. Congratulations! His dream come true at young age. He just came up two new models he has produced in these six months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRITSU MARUYAMA RM-40 \"DESK DIRK\" This is an elegant Desk Dirk with a wooden stand, that can be used as a letter opener in your den!  The 5-1\/2\" narrow Dirk style blade is made from Satin brushed and convex grind ATS-34 Hitachi Premium steel.  3-1\/2\" Exotic Quince Burl wood handle with SUS304 mirror polished stainless steel decorative bolster, Hdden tang. Comes with Ebonywood\/Quince Burl Wooden stand with soft white Deer-skin liners, and Zippered Black Nylon pouch.  A beautiful Art Knife piece on your den!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eATS-34 blade in 2.0mm thick, 100mm blade, 245mm overall, weight 45g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Knife Model: Ritsu Maruyama RM-40 Desk Dirk\u003cbr\u003e Blade Material: ATS-34 Convex grind Dirk style blade \u003cbr\u003e Rockwell Hardness (HRc): 60-62\u003cbr\u003e Handle Material: Quince Birk wood \u003cbr\u003e Overall Length: 245mm\u003cbr\u003e Blade Length: 100mm (140mm with tang)\u003cbr\u003e Blade Thickness: 2.0mm (tang 4.1mm)\u003cbr\u003e Weight: 45g \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have recently received very good words about Ritsu Maruyama's work from the knife enthusiast and collector,  Brett in Washington who bought most of his knives made so far:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe very first time I saw a Ritsu Maruyama knife I knew I was looking at superior craftsmanship, outstanding quality, perfect fit \u0026amp; finish and an attention to detail you find in the works of the most seasoned and skilled knife makers. To my amazement it was his very first knife called “The Little Fighter” made in his limited spare time for the “Seki Challengers Knife Club” for the most talented young makers while apprenticing for the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. I could tell instantly from the photos it was an incredible piece that was perfectly made so I purchased it without hesitation. The knife was absolutely gorgeous and surpassed my expectations in every way. After only one knife Ritsu became my favorite maker and I have checked the JKD website every day since waiting\/hoping for a new knife from Ritsu. I now have eight amazing works from Ritsu and have commissioned him for an incredibly difficult Wakizashi which he is currently working on. Each knife seems to surpass the one before with the emerging skill of a long time master blade smith. Imagine my surprise when I found out he is only 25 years old and largely self taught. I showed his works to a couple of my knife making friends, both great makers in their own right who couldn’t believe he was only 25 years old and thought he must have come from a long line of master makers in his family to be as highly skilled as he is which apparently is not the case. Ritsu says the key parts of his skills are self taught and claims that YouTube is a good textbook. Not only is Ritsu a master at bladesmithing, but is also a master wood and leather craftsman as well. His handle and sheath making abilities are second to none with the same superior quality and craftsmanship he dedicates to every single tiny detail of his blades. Ritsu quickly became and will forever be my favorite knife maker and in my mind may already be one of the greatest all around craftsman on the planet! He has already won “Art Knife of the Year” award at the 2023 JKG Knife Show and would have won again this year had he been able to complete the amazing  “Frigate”  fighting knife in time. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a beautiful Ritsu Maruyama piece then you also will surely be hooked on his absolute mastery of all facets of blade smithing and will quit possibly have a new life long favorite knife maker as I do. His artful skill at making incredibly beautiful and amazingly well built blades, handles and sheaths make for a complete package that is rarely found, hard to beat and will be treasured for many lifetimes! Thank you so much Ritsu for pouring your heart, blood, sweat and tears into every piece you create. Thank you for the great treasures you have already given me and the many more to come. Lastly, thank you for being as kind a person as you are a great knife maker! If you are looking for a very special treasure that may be handed down generation to generation you certainly will not be disappointed with the elegant, beautiful  handcrafted works of master maker Ritsu Maruyama. If you haven’t heard of him yet, you surely will in the near future! He’s destined to be one of the greats. In my mind he already is! Thanks again, Ritsu and thank you JKD for being one of the best knife stores in the world and for being so wonderful to work with. Your communication is second to none and I receive my packages from you here in the United States faster than I do from the US based stores. Keep up the great work, all! Thank you very much, Brett\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45033522233622,"sku":"","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ritsu-maruyama-rm-40-desk-dirk-ats-34-premium-steel-blade-with-stand-41580576342294.jpg?v=1687575874"},{"product_id":"ritsu-maruyama-rm-50-elementary-bowie-ats-34-premium-steel-blade","title":"Ritsu Maruyama RM-50  \"ELEMENTARY BOWIE\" ATS-34 Premium steel blade","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMr. Ritsu Maruyama is a young talented and aggressive knife maker working at Hattori Hamono as an apprentice to the  Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He likes to make tactical knives and pays attention to the detail for a perfect fit and finish. Since his time is limited to after work and weekend, he can make only one or two knives in a year. Last year, we have introduced his first knife of the Sub-Hilt Fighter\", and was quickly sold out. As a practice knife maker, he devotes tremendous times to make one knife, a perfect finish knife ignoring profitability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOn end of 2022, Ritsu has opened his own workshop and became individual custom knifemaker. Congratulations! His dream come true at young age. He just came up two new models he has produced in these six months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRITSU MARUYAMA RM-50 \"ELEMEMTARY BOWIE\" \u003c\/span\u003eThis is an elegant Bowie style knife of 5-3\/4\" Hitachi Premium ATS-34 steel Concex grind blade in 5.8mm thick, Half mirror polished and then satin brushed hairline finish,  4-1\/2\" Hand contoured Cocobolo wood handle with SUS304 Stainless steel Hilt, spacer and butt \u0026amp; screw, Hidden tang. Comes with Custom made Leather sheath, Black soft leather wrap, Engraved Brass plate and Zippered Nylon pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eATS-34 blade in 5.8mm thick, 145mm blade, 201mm overall, weight 194g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Ritsu Maruyama RM-50 Elementary Bowie knife\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: ATS-34 Hitach Premium steel\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60-62\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Cocobolo wood with SUS304 Hilt \u0026amp; Butt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 201mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 145mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 5.8mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 194g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have recently received very good words about Ritsu Maruyama's work from the knife enthusiast and collector,  Brett in Washington who bought most of his knives made so far:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe very first time I saw a Ritsu Maruyama knife I knew I was looking at superior craftsmanship, outstanding quality, perfect fit \u0026amp; finish and an attention to detail you find in the works of the most seasoned and skilled knife makers. To my amazement it was his very first knife called “The Little Fighter” made in his limited spare time for the “Seki Challengers Knife Club” for the most talented young makers while apprenticing for the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. I could tell instantly from the photos it was an incredible piece that was perfectly made so I purchased it without hesitation. The knife was absolutely gorgeous and surpassed my expectations in every way. After only one knife Ritsu became my favorite maker and I have checked the JKD website every day since waiting\/hoping for a new knife from Ritsu. I now have eight amazing works from Ritsu and have commissioned him for an incredibly difficult Wakizashi which he is currently working on. Each knife seems to surpass the one before with the emerging skill of a long time master blade smith. Imagine my surprise when I found out he is only 25 years old and largely self taught. I showed his works to a couple of my knife making friends, both great makers in their own right who couldn’t believe he was only 25 years old and thought he must have come from a long line of master makers in his family to be as highly skilled as he is which apparently is not the case. Ritsu says the key parts of his skills are self taught and claims that YouTube is a good textbook. Not only is Ritsu a master at bladesmithing, but is also a master wood and leather craftsman as well. His handle and sheath making abilities are second to none with the same superior quality and craftsmanship he dedicates to every single tiny detail of his blades. Ritsu quickly became and will forever be my favorite knife maker and in my mind may already be one of the greatest all around craftsman on the planet! He has already won “Art Knife of the Year” award at the 2023 JKG Knife Show and would have won again this year had he been able to complete the amazing  “Frigate”  fighting knife in time. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a beautiful Ritsu Maruyama piece then you also will surely be hooked on his absolute mastery of all facets of blade smithing and will quit possibly have a new life long favorite knife maker as I do. His artful skill at making incredibly beautiful and amazingly well built blades, handles and sheaths make for a complete package that is rarely found, hard to beat and will be treasured for many lifetimes! Thank you so much Ritsu for pouring your heart, blood, sweat and tears into every piece you create. Thank you for the great treasures you have already given me and the many more to come. Lastly, thank you for being as kind a person as you are a great knife maker! If you are looking for a very special treasure that may be handed down generation to generation you certainly will not be disappointed with the elegant, beautiful  handcrafted works of master maker Ritsu Maruyama. If you haven’t heard of him yet, you surely will in the near future! He’s destined to be one of the greats. In my mind he already is! Thanks again, Ritsu and thank you JKD for being one of the best knife stores in the world and for being so wonderful to work with. Your communication is second to none and I receive my packages from you here in the United States faster than I do from the US based stores. Keep up the great work, all! Thank you very much, Brett\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45033720840470,"sku":"","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ritsu-maruyama-rm-50-elementary-bowie-ats-34-premium-steel-blade-41580815646998.jpg?v=1687580910"},{"product_id":"takumi-ichikawa-custom-kitchen-knife-ti-10-gyuto-200mm-8-inch-unique-handle","title":"Takumi Ichikawa Custom Kitchen Knife TI-10 Gyuto 200mm (8 Inch), Unique Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife carftsmen in Seki. 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Each one is very unique showing each personality and character. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs you know, SOG Stingray 2.0 is the evolved Gentleman Folder with Arc-Lock device produced by G.Sakai in Seki during 2009 - 2019, and has been discontinued. I have been working with SOG from the beginning of 1993, supplying all fixed blade and folding knives from Seki. 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There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own custom knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is supporting and encouraging them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt the Challengers meeting in September, I gave each member SOG Stingray 2.0 knives and asked them to come up with any possible remaking whatever they like. After 3 months, I have received 7 different custom re-making knives. Each one is very unique showing each personality and character. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs you know, SOG Stingray 2.0 is the evolved Gentleman Folder with Arc-Lock device produced by G.Sakai in Seki during 2009 - 2019, and has been discontinued. I have been working with SOG from the beginning of 1993, supplying all fixed blade and folding knives from Seki. Unfortunately, SOG has discontinued all Japanese knives, and switched to China and Taiwan in 2019.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are truly unique collector models for the old SOG collectors!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-20NB Custom Re-Make by Seiichi Nakamura. 3\" Black coated VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground  Spear point blade with swedge and Tsuchime finish on top, and Thum notches on back, Satin finish San-Mai Hamon edge and Swedge, Stainless steel thumbstud for one hand opening, 3-1\/2\" Black coated Stainless steel handle with Bamboo inlay on both sides, ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners and Black Zytel spacer with matching Bamboo inlay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-20NQ Custom Re-Make by Seiichi Nakamura.  3\" Satin polished VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground Spear point blade with swedge, Tsuchime finish top and thumb notches on back, Stainless steel thumbstud for one hand opening, 3-1\/2\" Satin brushed Gold coated Stainless steel handle with Bold Quince Barl wood inlay (fastened with screws inside) on both sides, ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners and Black Zytel spacer with Turquoise inlays. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-20NW Custom Re-Make by Seiichi Nakamura. 3\" Black coated VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground  Spear point blade with swedge and Tsuchime finish on top, and Thum notches on back, Satin finish San-Mai Hamon edge and Swedge, Stainless steel thumbstud for one hand opening,  3-1\/2\" Satin finished Stainless steel handle with Bold Water Baffalo Horn Jigged inlay (fastened with screws inside)  on both sides, ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners and Black Zytel spacer with Turquoise inlay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 San-Mai blade in 3.0mm thick, 75mm blade, 167mm overall in open, weight 100g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnife Model: SG-10 SOG Stingray 2.0 Custom Re-Make Folders\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e San Mail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel with inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 167mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 75mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.0mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"SG-20NB  SOG Stingray 2.0 by Seiichi Nakamura","offer_id":46921635856662,"sku":"SG-20NB","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-20NQ SOG Stingray 2.0 by Seiichi Nakamura","offer_id":46921635889430,"sku":"SG-20NQ","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SG-20NW SOG Stingray 2.0 by Seiichi Nakamura","offer_id":46921635922198,"sku":"SG-20NW","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/sg-20-sog-stingray-2-0-custom-re-make-by-seki-challengers-knife-club-members-42932329447702.jpg?v=1700471778"},{"product_id":"nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-50-wato-japanese-tanto-1","title":"NOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-50 \"WATO 和刀\" Japanese Tanto","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNobuyuki Yamamoto is a talented and experienced knife maker working at Hattori Hamono for over 20 years as a first and chief apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He has been working very hard to learn Master's skills and techniques, and gained Master's endorsement to be an outstanding knife craftsman. He is allowed to make his own custom knives only after normal work and off days, so it will take a few months to finish one knife. So far, he has made several knives in these two years, and sold out all. At the Challenger meeting in April, he came up with 4 different unique knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-50 \"WATO 和刀” Japanese Tanto.  This is a Japanese Tanto style knife designed by Hirokatsu Yamada, Knife designer who is also a member of Challengers Knife Club to help young knife craftsmen. Stylish design of Japanese Traditional Tanto named WATO 和刀, that means Japanese Katana. Based on his design, Nobuaki Yamamoto has hand crafted faithfully with 4\" AUS-8 mirror polished cutting edge and Kissaki tip with small swedge on back, the flat area of the blade is Satin brushed finish, 4-3\/4\" Hand rounded Black Pakkawood handle with Solid Brass Hilt and Butt, Full tapered tang with lanyard hole on end, Comes with custom made Tubular Brown Leather sheath with OD lanyard on end. It is an elegant collector model with Samurai spirit!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAUS-8 blade in 3.0mm thick, 100mm blade, 223mm overall, weight 200g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Nobuaki Yamamoto NY-50 \"WATO 和刀\" Japanese Tanto\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: AUS-8 Mirror polished Cutting edge and Kissaki\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 58\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Hand rounded Black Pakkawood and Solid Brass Hilt and Butt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 223mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 100mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.0mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 200g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Leather sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48334660567318,"sku":"","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-50-wato-japanese-tanto-44562068504854.jpg?v=1715158706"},{"product_id":"nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-55-drop-point-hunter-3-3-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-blade","title":"NOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-55  \"ONOUE-TO 尾上刀\" Modified Tanto style Knife, 4-3\/4\" VG-10 Mirror Polished Hamaguri-ba Blade","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNobuyuki Yamamoto is a talented and experienced knife maker working at Hattori Hamono for over 20 years as a first and chief apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He has been working very hard to learn Master's skills and techniques, and gained Master's endorsement to be an outstanding knife craftsman. He is allowed to make his own custom knives only after normal work and off days, so it will take a few months to finish one knife. So far, he has made several knives in these two years, and sold out all. At the Challenger meeting in April, he came up with 4 different unique knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-55 \"ONOUE-TO 尾上刀\" Modified Tanto style Knife.  This is a modified Japanese Tanto style knife re-designed by Seiichi Nakamura based on Takuo Onoue's Basic Onoue-To knife. 4-3\/4\" VG-10 Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba Upswept blade with long swedge on back, the flat area of the blade is Satin brushed finish, 4-3\/4\" Hand contoured Black Micarta handle with lanyard hole on end, Full tang with 3 black screws, Comes with custom made Brown Leather sheath. 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There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNobuyuki Yamamoto is a talented and experienced knife maker working at Hattori Hamono for over 20 years as a first and chief apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He has been working very hard to learn Master's skills and techniques, and gained Master's endorsement to be an outstanding knife craftsman. He is allowed to make his own custom knives only after normal work and off days, so it will take a few months to finish one knife. So far, he has made several knives in these two years, and sold out all. At the Challenger meeting in April, he came up with 4 different unique knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-60  Drop point Hunter,   Easy-to-grip Lightweight Skinner and Utility Hunter!  4\" VG-10 Highly Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba blade, 4-3\/4\" Hand contoured Black Micarta handle with lanyard hole on end, Full tang with 2 Brass rivets, Comes with custom made Brown Leather sheath. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 3.2mm thick, 100mm blade, 220mm overall, weight 140g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Nobuaki Yamamoto NY-60  Drop Pont Hunter\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba blade\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Hand contoured Black Micarta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 220mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 100mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.2mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 140g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Leather sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48335540158742,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-60-drop-point-hunter-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade-44562532401430.jpg?v=1715162297"},{"product_id":"nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-65-clip-point-hunter-4-1-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade","title":"NOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-65  Clip point Hunter, 4-1\/4\" VG-10 Mirror Polished Hamaguri-ba Blade","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNobuyuki Yamamoto is a talented and experienced knife maker working at Hattori Hamono for over 20 years as a first and chief apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He has been working very hard to learn Master's skills and techniques, and gained Master's endorsement to be an outstanding knife craftsman. He is allowed to make his own custom knives only after normal work and off days, so it will take a few months to finish one knife. So far, he has made several knives in these two years, and sold out all. At the Challenger meeting in April, he came up with 4 different unique knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-65  Clip point Hunter,   Easy-to-grip Lightweight All purpose  Hunter!  4-1\/4\" VG-10 Highly Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba blade with Swedge on back, 4-1\/2\" Hand contoured Black Micarta handle with lanyard hole on end, Full tang with 2 Brass rivets, Comes with custom made Brown Leather sheath. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 3.6mm thick, 110mm blade, 223mm overall, weight 160g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Nobuaki Yamamoto NY-65  Clip Pont Hunter\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba blade\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Hand contoured Black Micarta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 223mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 110mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.6mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 160g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Leather sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48335743779094,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-65-clip-point-hunter-4-1-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade-44562683363606.jpg?v=1715163018"},{"product_id":"toshiyuki-takahashi-tt-21-wild-dream-hunter-i","title":"Toshiyuki Takahashi TT-21 Wild Dream Hunter I","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eCustom knives born from the skills and experience cultivated in Seki, crafted with dreams and vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eAbout the Craftsman Toshiyuki Takahashi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eToshiyuki Takahashi was born and raised in Seki City, the heart of Japanese blade-making. Now 54, he has spent three decades refining his skills at one of the Seki city's leading knife manufacturers, where he has played an important role in production and development. His technical expertise and dedication to craftsmanship have earned him respect within Seki's blade-making community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eDrawing on the skills and experience cultivated in his hometown of Seki, Mr. Takahashi now focuses on creating custom knives with his own dreams and vision. The Wild Dream Hunter represents this new chapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e—\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ea knife that brings together his accumulated knowledge, personal standards, and aspirations for what a custom knife should be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMr. Takahashi's Knife Making Philosophy - VG10 Mono-Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMr. Takahashi prioritizes practicality and cutting performance above all else. For this knife, he selected solid VG10 steel for its edge retention, ease of maintenance, and reliable cutting ability. The blade is ground in a Hamaguri (Convex) profile and mirror polished, a combination chosen to balance durability with strength.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eTo add visual interest and dimension to the overall form, Mr. Takahashi applied a hammered texture near the Hilt area. This Tsuchime Hammered finish creates subtle depth while complementing the knife's clean lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThe handle is carved, handcrafted from a single block of rare, dense natural wood called\u003cb\u003e \"Lignum Vitae\"\u003c\/b\u003e. Takahashi hand-contoured each handle symmetrically, working from the block while visualizing the finished form and considering how it will feel in the hand and how the owner of the knife will feel while gripping. Each handle is individually carved and polished to completion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eTT-21 Wild Dream Hunter I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e This is a Mr. Takahashi's aggressive,  yet Sophisticated, Practical Field Knife with 6.8\"  Hamaguri-Ba (Convex edge) Mirror Polished, Solid VG-10 blade with Tsuchime hammered texture.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e5.1\" Hand-contoured Lignum Vitae Natural Wood Handle with  Brass Hilt and Brass tubular Lanyard hole on end. Comes with Custom double stitched Leather sheath with belt hanging strap with stag horn tip on end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eSolid VG-10 blade in 4.5mm thick, 175mm blade, 305mm overall, Weight 289g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eWhat is the Natural Wood \"Lignum Vitae\"?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThe name \"Lignum Vitae\" comes from Latin, meaning \"Wood of Life\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e—\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ea fitting name for one of the world's hardest and most durable woods. Known for its remarkable density and strength, this rare material is prized for its exceptional durability and beautiful grain patterns, Mr. Takahashi's smart choice for his concept and vision of knife making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Toshiyuki Takahashi TT-21 Wild Dream Hunter I\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Solid VG-10 Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60 to 61\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eLignum Vitae Natural Wood Handle with  Brass Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 305mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 175mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight 289g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Leather pouch: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48343049273622,"sku":"TT-21","price":770.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/toshiyuki-takahashi-tt-21-wild-dream-hunter-i-1218598092.jpg?v=1769684854"},{"product_id":"ikuo-nagata-in-10-back-lock-folder-mosaic-mop-lapis-lazuli-inlaid-handle","title":"Ikuo Nagata IN-10 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder, Mosaic MOP + Lapis Lazuli inlaid Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Ikuo Nagata is 68 years old skilled Custom Knifemaker in Akita prefecture. He mostly makes Folders with precision and detailed work of art inlaying shells on integral or interframe one-piece sold stainless steel handle, and file work on back spring bar and back of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been noting this maker for some years at our Seki knife show, and finally got some folders for sale at JKD. He won the Best Folder award at last year's Seki knife show, and also won \"Excellent Folder award\" at JKG (Japan Knife Guild) knife contest in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIN-10 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder,  Beautiful design and Mosaic White MOP + Lapis Lazuli inlays on interframe  hand rounded solid Stainless steel handle, 2-3\/4\" Satin-brushed RWL-34 blade with Nail-nick and file work on back, 4\" Half mirror Satin polished Solid Stainless steel handle, File worked stainless steel back spring bar with matching Lapis Lazuli inlaid stainless steel lock release button, Comes with Black velvet cloth pouch and hand-made Ho-wood box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRWL-34 blade in 2.6mm thick, 70mm blade, 167mm in open , Weight 100g\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Model: Ikuo Nagata IN-10 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: RWL-34, equivalent to ATS-34 named from R.W. 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He mostly makes Folders with precision and detailed work of art inlaying shells on integral or interframe one-piece sold stainless steel handle, and file work on back spring bar and back of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been noting this maker for some years at our Seki knife show, and finally got some folders for sale at JKD. 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Comes with Black velvet cloth pouch and hand-made Ho-wood box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackened Stainless Damascus blade in 2.0mm thick, 70mm blade, 162mm in open , Weight 90g\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Model: Ikuo Nagata IN-50 Damascus Double Assisted Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Blackened Stainless Damascus Steel \u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc):  60\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Stainless steel Interframe with Mosaic MOP+Abalone inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 162mm in open\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 70mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.0mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 90g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVelvet cloth pouch \u0026amp; Wooden box:  Included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48803395567894,"sku":null,"price":745.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ikuo-nagata-in-50-damascus-double-assisted-folder-mosaic-mop-handle-45262812741910.jpg?v=1726256412"},{"product_id":"ikuo-nagata-in-60-rwl-34-double-assisted-folder-sambar-stag-handle","title":"Ikuo Nagata IN-60 RWL-34 Double Assisted Folder, Sambar Stag Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Ikuo Nagata is 68 years old skilled Custom Knifemaker in Akita prefecture. He mostly makes Folders with precision and detailed work of art inlaying shells on integral or interframe one-piece sold stainless steel handle, and file work on back spring bar and back of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been noting this maker for some years at our Seki knife show, and finally got some folders for sale at JKD. He won the Best Folder award at last year's Seki knife show, and also won \"Excellent Folder award\" at JKG (Japan Knife Guild) knife contest in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother his patented unique Double Assisted blade opening \u0026amp; closing mechanism that locks both in open and closed positions. By pushing side button, the blade opens in 20 degrees to manually full open with thumb-stud. For closing, push the button to release lock and close in 20 degrees automatically. Please see last two photos that opened and closed in 20 degrees, and also see the video. This is a friendly function for people with hand disabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIN-60 RWL-34 Double Assisted Folder,  Genune Sambar Stag with Brass\/Nickel silver Bullet inlay on integral hand rounded solid Stainless steel one piece Bolsters and Liners handle, 2-3\/4\" Satin brushed RWL-34 blade with thumb-stud and file work on back, 4\" Half mirror Satin polished Solid Stainless steel handle with Stainless steel lanyard shackle on end, File worked stainless steel back spring bar, Push button to open and close blade in 20 degrees. 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He mostly makes Folders with precision and detailed work of art inlaying shells on integral or interframe one-piece sold stainless steel handle, and file work on back spring bar and back of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been noting this maker for some years at our Seki knife show, and finally got some folders for sale at JKD. 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He mostly makes Folders with precision and detailed work of art inlaying shells on integral or interframe one-piece sold stainless steel handle, and file work on back spring bar and back of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been noting this maker for some years at our Seki knife show, and finally got some folders for sale at JKD. 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He won the Best Folder award at last year's Seki knife show, and also won \"Excellent Folder award\" at JKG (Japan Knife Guild) knife contest in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is the latest work from 2024 Seki knife show in October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIN-85 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder,  Unique Honeycomb wired Black Resin handle called \"C-Tek\" with shell inlaid metal shield, Hand rounded integral one-piece satin brushed Titanium bolster, liners \u0026amp; end spacer with shell inlays and Stainless steel tubular lanyard hole on end, Hand filed Stainless Damascus back spring bar with matching Shell inlaid lock release button, 3\" Satin-brushed ZDI-ELMAX Stainless Damascus steel Spear point blade with Swede, Nail-nick and file work on back, 3-3\/4\" Satin brushed integral solid Titanium handle,  Comes with Black velvet cloth pouch and hand-made Ho-wood box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamascus blade in 3.1mm thick, 70mm blade, 160mm in open , Weight 70g\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Model: Ikuo Nagata IN-85 Stainless Damascus Back-Lock Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Stainless Damascus steel \u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc):  60\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: C-Tek Honeycomb wired Black Resin with shell inlaid metal shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 160mm in open\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 70m\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.1mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 70g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVelvet cloth pouch \u0026amp; Wooden box:  Included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49314390769942,"sku":null,"price":520.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ikuo-nagata-in-85-stainless-damascus-back-lock-folder-c-tek-honeycomb-handle-46750997315862.jpg?v=1729593805"},{"product_id":"ikuo-nagata-in-90-rwl-34-back-lock-folder-raden-art-kingfisher-motif-handle","title":"Ikuo Nagata IN-90 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder, Raden (螺鈿) Art Kingfisher Motif Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Ikuo Nagata is 68 years old skilled Custom Knifemaker in Akita prefecture. He mostly makes Folders with precision and detailed work of art inlaying shells on integral or interframe one-piece sold stainless steel handle, and file work on back spring bar and back of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been noting this maker for some years at our Seki knife show, and finally got some folders for sale at JKD. He won the Best Folder award at last year's Seki knife show, and also won \"Excellent Folder award\" at JKG (Japan Knife Guild) knife contest in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is the latest work from 2024 Seki knife show in October!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIN-90 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder,  Beautiful Kingfisher Motif Raden (螺鈿) Art inlay works of Abalon, Gold \u0026amp; Black MOP and luminous shells on interframe hand rounded solid stainless steel handle (different Kingfisher designs on both sides),  2-3\/4\" Satin-brushed half-mirror RWL-34 Drop point blade with Nail-nick and file work on back, 3-3\/4\" Half mirror Satin polished Solid Stainless steel handle, File worked stainless steel back spring bar with matching Abalone inlaid stainless steel lock release button, The handle interior is also half-mirror polished and inlaid with Luminous shells (hard to take the photo), Comes with Black velvet cloth pouch and hand-made Ho-wood box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRWL-34 blade in 2.6mm thick, 72mm blade, 160mm in open , Weight 100g\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Model: Ikuo Nagata IN-90 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: RWL-34, equivalent to ATS-34 named from R.W. 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He mostly makes Folders with precision and detailed work of art inlaying shells on integral or interframe one-piece sold stainless steel handle, and file work on back spring bar and back of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have been noting this maker for some years at our Seki knife show, and finally got some folders for sale at JKD. He won the Best Folder award at last year's Seki knife show, and also won \"Excellent Folder award\" at JKG (Japan Knife Guild) knife contest in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is the latest work from 2024 Seki knife show in October!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIN-95 ATS-34 Back-Lock Folder,  Beautiful Red Crowned Crane (丹頂鶴) Motif Raden (螺鈿) Art inlay works of Abalon, Gold \u0026amp; White MOP and luminous shells on interframe hand rounded solid stainless steel handle (different Red Crowned Crane designs on both sides),  3-1\/4\" Satin-brushed Mirror polished ATS-34 Spear point blade with long false edge, Nail-nick and step grinding near tang, 4-1\/2\" Mirror polished Solid Stainless steel interframe handle, File worked stainless steel back spring bar with matching Abalone inlaid stainless steel lock release button, The handle interior is also half-mirror polished and inlaid with Luminous shells (as shown on the photo), Comes with Black velvet cloth pouch and hand-made Ho-wood box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eATS-34 blade in 3.7mm thick, 83mm blade, 193mm in open , Weight 130g\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife Model: Ikuo Nagata IN-95 ATS-34 Back-Lock Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Hitachi ATS-34\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc):  62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Stainless steel Interframe with Red Crowned Crane Motif Laden art inlay works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 193mm in open\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 83mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.7mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 130g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVelvet cloth pouch \u0026amp; Wooden box:  Included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49314844803350,"sku":"","price":1860.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ikuo-nagata-in-95-ats-34-back-lock-folder-raden-art-red-crowned-crane-motif-handle-46751910134038.jpg?v=1729593986"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-26-custom-core-less-damascus-higonokami-folder","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-26-2 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder (Pink Ivory Natural Wood Handle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-26-2 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder (Pink Ivory Natural Wood\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal;\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 2.9’ (76mm) Core-Less Damascus Drop Point Blade. Custom handcrafted, 4.3’ (110mm) \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Pink Ivory Natural Wood \u003c\/span\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Core-Less Damascus ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you know, traditional Damascus clad knives are produced by forge laminating different layers of metal together, taking advantage of the strength of each piece as an integrated unit while ensuring any weaknesses are balanced out by each layer. Until recently, forge laminating two high carbon steel alloys together was considered impossible, but advances in laminating technology have now made it possible to laminate two different high carbon\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHagane\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteel alloys, such as VG-10 and VG-2, together. Since VG-10 and VG-2 are both\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteel, the layered Damascus steel can be used for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblade, including the cutting edge; This is known as a \"Core-less Damascus\" blade. Thanks to this state-of-the-art technology it is possible to create a 'perfect blend' that offers a long-lasting, extremely sharp cutting edge and is also resistant to bending, breaking and rusting. The right blend of steel layers can also produce wonderful patterns.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eCore-Less Damascus blade: 2.4mm thick (0.09 inch), 76mm (2.9 inch) blade, 186mm (7.3 inch) overall, Weight 42g (1.48 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-26-2 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Core-Less Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Pink Ivory Natural Wood\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 186mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 76mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 42g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353003303190,"sku":"YS-26-2","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-26-2-custom-core-less-damascus-higonokami-folder-pink-ivory-natural-wood-handle-46855066812694.jpg?v=1730157738"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-26-3-custom-core-less-damascus-higonokami-folder-lighter-color-pink-ivory-natural-wood-handle","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-26-3 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder (Lighter Color Pink Ivory Natural Wood Handle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-26-3 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder (Lighter Color Pink Ivory Natural Wood\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal;\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 3’ (77mm) Core-Less Damascus Drop Point Blade. Custom handcrafted, 4.3’ (110mm) \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Pink Ivory Natural Wood \u003c\/span\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Core-Less Damascus ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you know, traditional Damascus clad knives are produced by forge laminating different layers of metal together, taking advantage of the strength of each piece as an integrated unit while ensuring any weaknesses are balanced out by each layer. Until recently, forge laminating two high carbon steel alloys together was considered impossible, but advances in laminating technology have now made it possible to laminate two different high carbon\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHagane\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteel alloys, such as VG-10 and VG-2, together. Since VG-10 and VG-2 are both\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteel, the layered Damascus steel can be used for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblade, including the cutting edge; This is known as a \"Core-less Damascus\" blade. Thanks to this state-of-the-art technology it is possible to create a 'perfect blend' that offers a long-lasting, extremely sharp cutting edge and is also resistant to bending, breaking and rusting. The right blend of steel layers can also produce wonderful patterns.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eCore-Less Damascus blade: 2.6mm thick (0.1 inch), 77mm (3 inch) blade, 186mm (7.3 inch) overall, Weight 43g (1.48 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-26-3 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Core-Less Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Lighter Color Pink Ivory Natural Wood\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 186mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 77mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 43g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353074180374,"sku":"YS-26-3","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-26-3-custom-core-less-damascus-higonokami-folder-lighter-color-pink-ivory-natural-wood-handle-46855132807446.jpg?v=1730159711"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-26-1-custom-core-less-damascus-higonokami-folder-desert-ironwood-handle","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-26-1 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder (Desert Ironwood Handle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-26-1 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesert Ironwood \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal;\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 3’ (76mm) Core-Less Damascus Drop Point Blade. Custom handcrafted, 4.1’ (105mm) \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Desert Ironwood \u003c\/span\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Core-Less Damascus ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you know, traditional Damascus clad knives are produced by forge laminating different layers of metal together, taking advantage of the strength of each piece as an integrated unit while ensuring any weaknesses are balanced out by each layer. Until recently, forge laminating two high carbon steel alloys together was considered impossible, but advances in laminating technology have now made it possible to laminate two different high carbon\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHagane\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteel alloys, such as VG-10 and VG-2, together. Since VG-10 and VG-2 are both\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHard\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteel, the layered Damascus steel can be used for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eentire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblade, including the cutting edge; This is known as a \"Core-less Damascus\" blade. Thanks to this state-of-the-art technology it is possible to create a 'perfect blend' that offers a long-lasting, extremely sharp cutting edge and is also resistant to bending, breaking and rusting. The right blend of steel layers can also produce wonderful patterns.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eCore-Less Damascus blade: 2.4mm thick (0.1 inch), 76mm (3 inch) blade, 181mm (7.2 inch) overall, Weight 40g (1.58 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-26-1 Custom Core-Less Damascus Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Core-Less Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesert Ironwood \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 181mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 76mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 40g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353107308822,"sku":"YS-26-1","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-26-1-custom-core-less-damascus-higonokami-folder-desert-ironwood-handle-46855334035734.jpg?v=1730157918"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-27-2-custom-higonokami-folder","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-27-2 Custom Higonokami Folder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagiba recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-27-2 Custom Higonokami Folder (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Hand sculpted\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003eDesert Ironwood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal;\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 2.7’ (71mm) VG-10 Damascus Clip Point Blade. Custom handcrafted, 4’ (100mm) \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \"Hand sculpted\" \u003c\/span\u003eDesert Ironwood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eVG-10 Damascus blade: 2.4mm thick (3\/32 inch), 71mm (2-¾ inch) blade, 171mm (6-¾ inch) overall, Weight 31g (1.09 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-27-2 Custom Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Hand sculpted\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesert Ironwood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 171mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 71mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 31g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353156133142,"sku":"YS-27-2","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-27-2-custom-higonokami-folder-46855503347990.jpg?v=1730157386"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-27-1-custom-higonokami-folder","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-27-1 Custom Higonokami Folder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-27-1 Custom Higonokami Folder (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Hand sculpted\" Desert Ironwood \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal;\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 2.8’ (72mm) VG-10 Damascus Drop Point Blade. Custom handcrafted, 3.9’ (101mm) \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \"Hand sculpted\" Desert Ironwood \u003c\/span\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eVG-10 Damascus blade: 2.4mm thick (0.09 inch), 72mm (2.8 inch) blade, 172mm (6.7 inch) overall, Weight 27g (0.95 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-27-1 Custom Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Hand sculpted\" Desert Ironwood \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 172mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 72mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 27g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353160655126,"sku":"YS-27-1","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-27-1-custom-higonokami-folder-46855675019542.jpg?v=1730157563"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-25-custom-higonokami-folder-yakusugi-ancient-japanese-cedar-wood","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-25 Custom Higonokami Folder (YAKUSUGI=Ancient Japanese Cedar Wood Handle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-25 Custom Higonokami Folder (YAKUSUGI=Ancient Japanese Cedar Wood Handle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 2.7’ (70mm) VG-10 Damascus Clip Point Blade. Custom handcrafted, 3.8’ (98mm) \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYAKUSUGI=Ancient Japanese Cedar Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eVG-10 Damascus blade: 2.4mm thick (3\/32 inch), 70mm (2.7 inch) blade, 167mm (6.5 inch) overall, Weight 21g (0.74 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Yakusugi wood ?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYakusugi is the ancient Japanese cedar trees (Cryptomeria japonica) found on Yakushima Island, which are renowned for their age (over 1,000 years old) and high-quality, dense wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-25 Custom Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYAKUSUGI=Ancient Japanese Cedar Wood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 167mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 70mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 21g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353203712278,"sku":"YS-25","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-25-custom-higonokami-folder-yakusugi-ancient-japanese-cedar-wood-handle-46855994736918.jpg?v=1730158110"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-24-1-custom-higonokami-folder-desert-ironwood-handle","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-24-1 Custom Higonokami Folder (Desert Ironwood Handle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-24-1 Custom Higonokami Folder (Desert Ironwood Handle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 2.7’ (70mm) VG-10 Damascus Clip Point Blade. Custom handcrafted, 4’ (102mm) Desert Ironwood\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eVG-10 Damascus blade: 2.4mm thick (0.09 inch), 70mm (2.7 inch) blade, 171mm (6.7 inch) overall, Weight 44g (1.55 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagiba YS-24-1 Custom Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eDesert Ironwood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 171mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 70mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 44g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353253126422,"sku":"YS-24-1","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-24-1-custom-higonokami-folder-desert-ironwood-handle-46856584200470.jpg?v=1730159531"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-24-2-custom-higonokami-folder-desert-ironwood-handle","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-24-2 Custom Higonokami Folder (Desert Ironwood Handle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-24-2 Custom Higonokami Folder (Desert Ironwood Handle)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eHand polished, 2.9’ (75mm) VG-10 Damascus \u003cspan\u003eDrop Point Blade\u003c\/span\u003e. Custom handcrafted, 4’ (104mm) Desert Ironwood\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e. Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Slipcase \/ Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVG-10 Damascus blade: 2.4mm thick (0.09 inch), 75mm (2.9 inch) blade, 179mm (7 inch) overall, Weight 40g (1.41 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-24-2 Custom Higonokami Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Damascus \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003estainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eDesert Ironwood Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 179mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 75mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 40g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353508421910,"sku":"YS-24-2","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-24-2-custom-higonokami-folder-desert-ironwood-handle-46856842871062.jpg?v=1730158288"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-16-custom-outdoor-utility-leather-washers-desert-ironwood-combination-handle","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-16 Custom Outdoor Utility (Leather Washers \u0026 Desert Ironwood Custom Combination Handle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagiba recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYS-16 Custom Outdoor Utility Knife (Leather Washers \u0026amp; Desert Ironwood Combination Handle)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Yanagida custom Outdoor Utility Knife features a mirror-polished, 5.3\" (135mm) VG-10 SAN-MAI drop point blade, known for its sharpness and durability. The handcrafted custom handle combines laminated leather washers with matching dark desert ironwood spacers,  ironwood butt, and a Damascus stainless steel hilt for a stunning look. The finger grooves are designed to provide a precise and secure grip, ensuring comfort during use. The knife comes with a custom handmade brown leather sheath. Mr. Yanagida carefully selected each handle material to create a cohesive yet rugged design that stands out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eVG-10 SAN-MAI blade: 3.6mm thick (0.14 inch), 135mm (5.3 inch) blade, 270mm (10.6 inch) overall, Weight 272g (9.59 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagiba YS-16 Custom Outdoor Utility Knife\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 SAN-MAI\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Custom Combination Handle (Leather Washers, Ironwood Spacer \u0026amp; Butt\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. with Damascus Stainless Steel Hilt)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 270mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 135mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 272g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354038247702,"sku":"YS-16","price":810.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-16-custom-outdoor-utility-leather-washers-desert-ironwood-custom-combination-handle-46858147561750.jpg?v=1730159171"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-17-custom-stubby","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-17 Custom Outdoor Stubby I","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeiji Yanagida YS-17 Custom Outdoor Stubby\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eSilver and Matt Taste, 2.9’ (75mm) VG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless steel Drop Point Blade is compact yet sturdy and durable.  Mr. Yanagida wanted to make practical and elegant appearance of Outdoor Utility knife, selected the Brown Linen Micarta for the handle material.  Custom handcrafted,   4.4’ (113mm) Brown Linen Micarta Handle with Nickel Silver Hilt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eVG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless Steel blade: 3.8mm thick (0.14 inch), 75mm (2.9 inch) blade, 190mm (7.4 inch) overall, Weight 170g (6.8 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-17 Custom Outdoor Stubby\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCustom Brown Linen Micarta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle with Nickel Silver Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 190mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 75mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 170g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354384441622,"sku":"YS-17","price":520.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-17-custom-outdoor-stubby-i-46858495295766.jpg?v=1730159352"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagida-ys-18-custom-outdoor-stubby-ii","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-18 Custom Outdoor Stubby II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeiji Yanagida YS-18 Custom Outdoor Stubby II\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlack and Matt Taste, 2.9’ (80mm) VG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless steel Drop Point Blade is compact yet sturdy and durable.  Mr. Yanagida wanted to make practical and unique Outdoor Utility knife, and carefully selected the handle material.  Custom handcrafted combination handle (Leather Washers and Sambar Stag  with Nickel Silver Hilt. With the \u003cspan\u003efinger grooves  to provide a precise and secure grip). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless Steel blade: 4mm thick (0.15 inch), 80mm (3.1inch) blade, 200mm (7.8 inch) overall, Weight 199g (7 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-18 Custom Outdoor Stubby II\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Custom C\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eombination Handle (Leather Washers and Sambar Stag)  with Nickel Silver Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 200mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 80mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 199g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354504241430,"sku":"YS-18","price":540.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-18-custom-outdoor-stubby-ii-46858607788310.jpg?v=1730159007"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagida-ys-20-custom-outdoor-stubby-iii","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-20 Custom Outdoor Stubby III","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeiji Yanagida YS-20 Custom Outdoor Stubby III\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eSilver and Matt Taste, 3.1’ (80mm) VG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless steel Drop Point Blade is compact yet sturdy and durable.  Mr. Yanagida wanted to make practical and elegant appearance of Outdoor Utility knife, carefully selected the Desert Ironwood material.  Custom handcrafted,   4.4’ (113mm) Desert Ironwood Handle with Nickel Silver Hilt and t\u003cspan\u003ehe finger grooves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eVG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless Steel blade: 4mm thick (0.15 inch), 80mm (3.1 inch) blade, 195mm (7.6 inch) overall, Weight 167g (5.8 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-20 Custom Outdoor Stubby III\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Nickel Damascus Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCustom Desert Ironwood \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle with Nickel Silver Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 195mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 80mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 167g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354617618710,"sku":"YS-20","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-20-custom-outdoor-stubby-iii-46858749673750.jpg?v=1730159722"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagiba-ys-21-custom-damascus-tanto-utility","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-21 Custom Damascus Slim Utility I","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-21 Custom Damascus Slim Utility I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eNatural Wavy Layered, 4’ (103mm) R-2 Nickel Damascus Slim-Utility Blade. Mr. Yanagida carefully selected the best shape of Sambar Stag material. Custom handcrafted, 4.8’ (115mm) Sambar Stag\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHandle with Nickel Silver Hilt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eR-2 Damascus Blade: 2.8mm thick (0.11 inch), 103mm (4 inch) blade, 215mm (8.4 inch) overall, Weight 88g (3.1 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida YS-21 Custom Damascus Slim Utility I\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: R-2 Nickel Damascus\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60 to 62\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003eSambar Stag\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHandle with Nickel Silver Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 215mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 103mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 88g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354692133142,"sku":"YS-21","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-21-custom-damascus-slim-utility-i-46859008868630.jpg?v=1730158646"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagida-ys-23-custom-damascus-slim-utility-ii","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-23 Custom Damascus Slim Utility II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYS-23 Custom Damascus Slim Utility II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNatural Black Matt Finish,  4.2’ (108mm) R-2 Nickel Damascus Slim-Utility Blade. Mr. Yanagida carefully selected the dark color of Desert Ironwood material. Custom handcrafted, 4.4’ (112mm) Desert Ironwood Handle with Brass Hilt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eR-2 Damascus Blade: 2.6mm thick (0.1 inch), 108mm (4.2 inch) blade, 218mm (8.5 inch) overall, Weight 83g (2.9 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-23 Custom Damascus Slim Utility II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: R-2 Nickel Damascus\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60 to 62\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesert Ironwood Handle with Brass Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 218mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 108mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 83g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354790895894,"sku":"YS-23","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-23-custom-damascus-slim-utility-ii-46859173658902.jpg?v=1730156907"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagida-ys-19-custom-outdoor-utility-i-designed-by-the-best-knife-expert-mr-onoue","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-19 Custom Outdoor Utility I (Designed By the Best Knife Expert Mr. Onoue)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYS-19 Custom Outdoor Utility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e I (Designed By the Best Knife Expert Mr. Onoue)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePolished, 4.5’ (115mm) R-2 Damascus Drop Point Blade is designed by Seki Knife Industry's Best Level Knife Expert Mr. Onoue.  Mr. Yanagida wanted to make practical Outdoor Damascus Utility knife, carefully selected the Black Linen Micarta Handle. Custom handcrafted,  5.1’ (130mm) Black Linen Micarta Handle with Nickel Silver Hilt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eR-2 Damascus blade: 3.2mm thick (0.12 inch), 115mm (4.5 inch) blade, 240mm (9.4 inch) overall, Weight 238g (8.3 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-19 Custom Outdoor Utility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e I (Designed By the Best Knife Expert Mr. Onoue)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: R-2 Nickel Damascus\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60 to 62\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCustom Black Linen Micarta \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle with Nickel Silver Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 240mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 115mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 238g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354921804054,"sku":"YS-19","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-19-custom-outdoor-utility-i-designed-by-the-best-knife-expert-mr-onoue-46859746869526.jpg?v=1730158823"},{"product_id":"seiji-yanagida-ys-22-custom-outdoor-utility-ii-designed-by-the-best-knife-expert-mr-onoue","title":"Seiji Yanagida YS-22 Custom Outdoor Utility II (Designed By the Best Knife Expert Mr. Onoue)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, some of the knife authorities in Seki formed the \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and impart traditional Seki knife making techniques and knowledge to young Seki knife craftsmen. There are now 15 club members, who gather once a month. They all work at Seki knife factories, and are challenged to make their own knives after work and at weekends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eMr. Seiji Yanagida recently become 60 years old, for many decades, he has worked hard as a knife craftsman in Seki City. During this time, he has worked for several of Seki City’s famous knife manufacturers and kitchen knife manufacturers and gained a lot of knife making knowledge, experience and skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003eHe has a passion for custom knife making and he often attends Japanese Custom Knife Shows, always trying to learn as much as possible from the other veteran custom knife makers. Mr. Yanagida spends most of his spare time making custom knives. Through his continued efforts and attempts, he has steadily improved his skills and techniques and his custom knives now reflect his own unique character and sense of style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000; font-size: 11pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-22 Custom Outdoor Utility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e II (Designed By the Best Knife Expert Mr. Onoue)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003ePolished, 4.4’ (113mm) R-2 Damascus Drop Point Blade is designed by Seki Knife Industry's Best Level Knife Expert Mr. Onoue.  Mr. Yanagida wanted to make practical Outdoor Damascus Utility knife, carefully selected the Brown Linen Micarta Handle. Custom handcrafted,  5’ (128mm) Brownk Linen Micarta Handle with Nickel Silver Hilt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e Comes with a custom handmade Brown Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none; color: #000000;\"\u003eR-2 Damascus blade: 3mm thick (0.11 inch), 113mm (4.4 inch) blade, 242mm (9.5 inch) overall, Weight 238g (8.3 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0mm; font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-kerning: auto; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; min-height: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 9.0pt;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Seiji Yanagida \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-caps: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-feature-settings: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-variation-settings: normal; font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 11pt; font-family: Times, serif;\"\u003eYS-22 Custom Outdoor Utility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-kerning: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', serif; background: white;\"\u003e II (Designed By the Best Knife Expert Mr. Onoue)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: R-2 Nickel Damascus\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60 to 62\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCustom Brown Linen Micarta \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle with Nickel Silver Hilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 242mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 113mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 238g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49354975641878,"sku":"YS-22","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/seiji-yanagida-ys-22-custom-outdoor-utility-ii-designed-by-the-best-knife-expert-mr-onoue-46859894456598.jpg?v=1730158463"},{"product_id":"sg-30-sog-stingray-2-0-custom-re-make-by-seki-challengers-knife-club-members","title":"SG-30  SOG Stingray 2.0 Custom Re-Make by Seki Challengers Knife Club members","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own custom knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is supporting and encouraging them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt the Challengers meeting in September, I gave each member SOG Stingray 2.0 knives and asked them to come up with any possible remaking whatever they like. After 3 months, I have received 7 different custom re-making knives. Each one is very unique showing each personality and character. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs you know, SOG Stingray 2.0 is the evolved Gentleman Folder with Arc-Lock device produced by G.Sakai in Seki during 2009 - 2019, and has been discontinued. I have been working with SOG from the beginning of 1993, supplying all fixed blade and folding knives from Seki. Unfortunately, SOG has discontinued all Japanese knives, and switched to China and Taiwan in 2019.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e11\/2024 : Just came up with new handle inlays. These are truly unique collector models for the old SOG collectors!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-30T Custom Re-Make by Nobuaki Yamamoto. 3\" Mirror polished VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground Spear point blade with swedge and thumb notches on back, Abalon inlaid thumbstud for one hand opening, 3-1\/2\" Satin brushed Stainless steel handle with Turquoise Gemstone inlay on both sides, SOG's strong ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners with Black Zytel spacer, Comes with Black Nylon Pouch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-30M  Same, but with Malachite Gemstone inlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 San-Mai blade in 3.0mm thick, 75mm blade, 167mm overall in open, weight 90g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: SG-30 SOG Stingray 2.0 Custom Re-Make Folders\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e San Mail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel with Gemstone inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 167mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 75mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.0mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 90g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"SG-30M SOG Stingray 2.0 by Nobuaki Yamamoto, Malachite Gemstone inlay","offer_id":49394950766870,"sku":"SG-30M","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-30T SOG Stingray 2.0 by Nobuaki Yamamoto,  Turquoise Gemstone inlay","offer_id":49394950799638,"sku":"SG-30T","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/sg-30-sog-stingray-2-0-custom-re-make-by-seki-challengers-knife-club-members-47012500373782.jpg?v=1730934071"},{"product_id":"sg-10-sog-stingray-2-0-custom-re-make-by-seki-challengers-knife-club-members-1","title":"SG-40  SOG Stingray 2.0 Custom Re-Make by Seki Challengers Knife Club members","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own custom knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is supporting and encouraging them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt the Challengers meeting in September, I gave each member SOG Stingray 2.0 knives and asked them to come up with any possible remaking whatever they like. After 3 months, I have received 7 different custom re-making knives. Each one is very unique showing each personality and character. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs you know, SOG Stingray 2.0 is the evolved Gentleman Folder with Arc-Lock device produced by G.Sakai in Seki during 2009 - 2019, and has been discontinued. I have been working with SOG from the beginning of 1993, supplying all fixed blade and folding knives from Seki. Unfortunately, SOG has discontinued all Japanese knives, and switched to China and Taiwan in 2019.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e11\/2024:  Just came up with new inlays. These are truly unique collector models for the old SOG collectors!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-40 Custom Re-Make by Nobuaki Yamamoto with Midori-san. 3\" Mirror polished VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground Spear point blade with swedge and thumb notches on back, Abalon inlaid thumbstud for one hand opening, 3-1\/2\" Satin brushed Stainless steel handle with Washi-Paper Resin inlay on both sides, SOG's strong ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners with Black Zytel spacer. Comes with Black Nylon pouch   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 San-Mai blade in 3.0mm thick, 75mm blade, 167mm overall in open, weight 90g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvailable in 4 different inlays:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-40A  Very top on the first photo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-40B  Second top on the first photo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-40C  Third top on the first photo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-40D  Bottom on the first photo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: SG-40 SOG Stingray 2.0 Custom Re-Make Folders\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e San Mail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 59 to 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Stainless steel with inlays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 167mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 75mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.0mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 90g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"SG-40A  Very Top one","offer_id":49395073974550,"sku":"SG-40A","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-40B  Second Top one","offer_id":49395074007318,"sku":"SG-40B","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-40C  Third Top one","offer_id":49395074040086,"sku":"SG-40C","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-40D  Bottom one","offer_id":49395074072854,"sku":"SG-40D","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/sg-40-sog-stingray-2-0-custom-re-make-by-seki-challengers-knife-club-members-47012985307414.jpg?v=1730933900"},{"product_id":"nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-70-onoue-to-modified-tanto-style-knife-4-3-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade","title":"NOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-70  \"ONOUE-TO 尾上刀\" Modified Tanto style Knife, 4-3\/4\" VG-10 Mirror Polished Hamaguri-ba Blade","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Seki Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife craftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNobuyuki Yamamoto is a talented and experienced knife maker working at Hattori Hamono for over 20 years as a first and chief apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He has been working very hard to learn Master's skills and techniques, and gained Master's endorsement to be an outstanding knife craftsman. He is allowed to make his own custom knives only after normal work and off days, so it will take a few months to finish one knife. So far, he has made several knives in these two years, and sold out all. At the Challenger meeting in April, he came up with 4 different unique knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e11\/2024: Mr. Yamamoto came up another \"ONOUE-TO\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-70 \"ONOUE-TO 尾上刀\" Modified Tanto style Knife.  This is a modified Japanese Tanto style knife re-designed by Seiichi Nakamura based on Takuo Onoue's Basic Onoue-To knife. 4-3\/4\" VG-10 Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba Upswept blade with long swedge on back, the flat area of the blade is Satin brushed finish, 4-3\/4\" Hand contoured Cocobolo wood handle with stainless steel tubular lanyard hole on end, Full tang with 3 Nickel silver rivets, Comes with custom made Brown Leather sheath. 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There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing their knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNobuyuki Yamamoto is a talented and experienced knife maker working at Hattori Hamono for over 20 years as a first and chief apprentice to the Grand Master Ichiro Hattori. He has been working very hard to learn Master's skills and techniques, and gained Master's endorsement to be an outstanding knife craftsman. He is allowed to make his own custom knives only after normal work and off days, so it will take a few months to finish one knife. So far, he has made several knives in these two years, and sold out all. At the Challenger meeting in April, he came up with 4 different unique knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e11\/2024: Mr. Yamamoto just came up another Utility Hunter\/Skinner knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-75  Utility Hunter\/Skinner,   Easy-to-grip Lightweight Skinner and Utility Hunter!  4-1\/2\" VG-10 Highly Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba blade, \u003cspan\u003e the flat area of the blade is Satin brushed finish, \u003c\/span\u003e4-1\/2\" Hand contoured Brazilian Rosewood handle with stainless steel tubular lanyard hole on end, Full tang with 2 hex-nut screws , Comes with custom made Brown Leather sheath. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 3.7mm thick, 115mm blade, 230mm overall, weight 160g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Nobuaki Yamamoto NY-75  Utility Hunter\/Skinner\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: VG-10 Mirror polished Hamaguri-ba blade\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:\u003cspan\u003e Hand contoured Brazilian Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 230mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 115mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.7mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 160g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Leather sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49403194999062,"sku":"","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-75-utility-hunter-skinner-4-1-2-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade-47049575923990.jpg?v=1731106691"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-1-white-arrow","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-1 White Arrow","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife carftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakuya Takahashi HTT-1 White Arrow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTakuya Takahashi has built his skills over more than a decade while working at the Hattori company, where he trained under the renowned master Ichiro Hattori.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eCurrently, he plays a key role in constructing the foundational structure of knife handles and the blade straightening process\u003ci\u003e(Hizumi-Tori)\u003c\/i\u003e, these processes are very important when creating both quality knives and high-end knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOver the past few years, he has been deeply involved in creating custom handle designs for a range of Hattori \"SAN\" Limited Edition knives. This experience has further refined his skills and sense for knife making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDuring breaks, or after work, Takahashi dedicates his personal time to crafting his own original knife designs. We’re very glad to see his growth, with his latest collection, he has brought forward his own ideas, creativity and vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eMr. Takahashi values a positive and joyful approach in his craft, he will no doubt continue to develop his talent and artistry as he moves forward in his knife-making journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tiny, yet stylish,  2.7\" solid VG-10 Clip Point blade, 3.5\" Hand  contoured White Corian  with Nickel Silver Rivets and vivid accent of Red-Fiber Spacers. Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 3.6mm thick, blade length 70mm, 160mm overall, Handle Length 91mm Weight 48g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Takuya Takahashi HTT-1 White Arrow\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Solid VG-10 Cobalt\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: White Corian Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 160mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 70mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 48g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539308847382,"sku":"HTT-1","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-1-white-arrow-47789035323670.jpg?v=1734343450"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-2-ebony-tanto","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-2 Ebony Tanto","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife carftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakuya Takahashi HTT-2 Ebony Tanto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eTakuya Takahashi has built his skills over more than a decade while working at the Hattori company, where he trained under the renowned master Ichiro Hattori.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eCurrently, he plays a key role in constructing the foundational structure of knife handles and the blade straightening process\u003ci\u003e(Hizumi-Tori)\u003c\/i\u003e, these processes are very important when creating both quality knives and high-end knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eOver the past few years, he has been deeply involved in creating custom handle designs for a range of Hattori \"SAN\" Limited Edition knives. 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We’re very glad to see his growth, with his latest collection, he has brought forward his own ideas, creativity and vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eMr. Takahashi values a positive and joyful approach in his craft, he will no doubt continue to develop his talent and artistry as he moves forward in his knife-making journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Compact, yet sturdy and practical, 3.4\" solid VG-10 \u003cspan\u003eUnique reverse Tanto tip\u003c\/span\u003e blade, with 3.7\" Hand  contoured African Ebonywood Handle with best matching golden color Brass and Black-Fiber Spacers.  Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 3.8mm thick, blade length 87mm, 180mm overall, Handle Length 95mm Weight 131g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Takuya Takahashi HTT-2 Ebony Tanto\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Solid VG-10 Cobalt\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: African Ebonywood Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 87mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 131g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539322806550,"sku":"HTT-2","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-2-ebony-tanto-47789189628182.jpg?v=1734342732"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-3-ebony-tanto-ii","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-3 Ebony Tanto II","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2008, Some of the Seki knife authorities have formed \"Challengers Knife Club\" to train and inherit Seki traditional knifemaking technique and knowledge to young knife carftsmen in Seki. There are now 15 club members gathering once a month. They are working at Seki knife factories, and challenging to make their own knives after work and weekends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJKD is trying to support and encourage them by introducing thier knives for sale. Here are some of the latest knives received.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakuya Takahashi HTT-3 Ebony Tanto II\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eTakuya Takahashi has built his skills over more than a decade while working at the Hattori company, where he trained under the renowned master Ichiro Hattori.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eCurrently, he plays a key role in constructing the foundational structure of knife handles and the blade straightening process\u003ci\u003e(Hizumi-Tori)\u003c\/i\u003e, these processes are very important when creating both quality knives and high-end knives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eOver the past few years, he has been deeply involved in creating custom handle designs for a range of Hattori \"SAN\" Limited Edition knives. This experience has further refined his skills and sense for knife making.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eDuring breaks, or after work, Takahashi dedicates his personal time to crafting his own original knife designs. We’re very glad to see his growth, with his latest collection, he has brought forward his own ideas, creativity and vision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\"\u003eMr. Takahashi values a positive and joyful approach in his craft, he will no doubt continue to develop his talent and artistry as he moves forward in his knife-making journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Compact, yet sturdy and practical, 3.4\" solid VG-10 \u003cspan\u003eUnique reverse Tanto tip\u003c\/span\u003e blade, with 3.7\" Hand  contoured African Ebonywood Handle with best matching golden color Brass and Black-Fiber Spacers.  Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 3.8mm thick, blade length 87mm, 180mm overall, Handle Length 95mm Weight 129g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Takuya Takahashi HTT-3 Ebony Tanto II\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Solid VG-10 Cobalt\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: African Ebonywood Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 180mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 87mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 129g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539343646998,"sku":"HTT-3","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-3-ebony-tanto-ii-47789258244374.jpg?v=1734343636"}],"url":"https:\/\/japaneseknifedirect.com\/collections\/seki-challengers-knife-club\/over-500.oembed?page=2","provider":"JapaneseKnifeDirect.Com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}