{"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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SG-10I Custom Re-Make by Takumi Ichikawa. 3\" Mirror polished VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground Spear point blade with swedge, Beads blasted top and thumb notches on back, Abalon inlaied thumbstud for one hand opening, 3-1\/2\" Satin brushed Stainless steel handle with Snake-skin pattern Resin inlay on both sides, ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners with Black Zytel spacer, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-10YA Custom Re-Make by Nobuaki Yamamoto. 3\" Mirror polished VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground Spear point blade with swedge, Satin brushed Top, Thumb notches on back, Abalon inlaied thumbstud for one hand opening, 3-1\/2\" Satin brushed Stainless steel handle with Red\/White Acrylic-stone inlay on both sides, ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners with Black Zytel spacer, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSG-YS Custom Re-Make by Hideaki Yasuda. 3\" Mirror polished VG-10 San-Mai slightly re-curved hollow ground Spear point blade with swedge, Beads blasted Nashiji finish on San-Mai Hamon edge and thumb notches on back, Abalon inlaied thumbstud for one hand opening, 3-1\/2\" Beads blasted Nashiji finish Stainless steel handle with Genuine Stag horn inlay on both sides, ArcLock device, Thumb notched stainless steel liners with Black Zytel spacer, \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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\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: 90g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"SG-10IC SOG Stingray 2.0 by Takumi Ichikwa","offer_id":46920987705622,"sku":"SG-10IC","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-10YM SOG Stingray 2.0 by Nobuaki Yamamoto","offer_id":46920987738390,"sku":"SG-10YM","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-10YA SOG Stingray 2.0 by Nobuaki Yamamoto","offer_id":46920987771158,"sku":"SG-10YM","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"SG-10YS SOG Stingray 2.0 by Hideaki Yasuda","offer_id":46921428336918,"sku":"SG-10YS","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/sg-10-sog-stingray-2-0-custom-re-make-by-seki-challengers-knife-club-members-42931699450134.jpg?v=1700463499"},{"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. Another unique Tanto style knife with Samurai spirit!\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, 123mm blade, 243mm overall, weight 180g\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-55 \"ONOUE-TO 尾上刀\" Modified Japanese Tanto\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: 243mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 123mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.2mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 180g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Leather sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48335192686870,"sku":null,"price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-55-onoue-to-modified-tanto-style-knife-4-3-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-bladeg-10-mirror-polished-blade-44562359419158.jpg?v=1715161041"},{"product_id":"nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-60-drop-point-hunter-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade","title":"NOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-60  Drop point Hunter, 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-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-1 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-1 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-1 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-1","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. 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-20 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder,  Elegant, yet Rugged Lock back Folder with beautiful White MOP handle with Mokume-gane plate inlaid with Abalone, Hand rounded integral one-piece mirror polished stainless steel bolsters\/liners with Mokume-gane lanyard shackle on end, Hand filed back spring bar with matching Abalone inlaid Mokume-gane lock release button, 3\" Satin-brushed RWL-34 blade with Nail-nick and file work on back, 4-1\/4\" Mirror polished integral solid Stainless steel handle,  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, 77mm blade, 180mm in open , Weight 120g\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-20 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: RWL-34, equivalent to ATS-34 named from R.W. 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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\u003eIN-40 Carbon Damascus Back-Lock Folder,  Rugged Lock back Folder with Genuine Sambar Stag handle with Brass\/Nickel silver Bullet inlay, Hand rounded integral one-piece mirror polished stainless steel bolsters\/liners with Stainless steel lanyard shackle on end, Hand filed back spring bar with Abalone inlaid Stainless steel lock release button, 3\" Black Carbon Damascus blade with Nail-nick and file work on back, 4-1\/4\" Mirror polished integral solid Stainless steel handle,  Comes with Black velvet cloth pouch and hand-made Ho-wood box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Carbon Damascus blade in 2.6mm thick, 77mm blade, 180mm in open , Weight 120g\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-40 Carbon Damascus Back-Lock Folder\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Carbon Damascus \u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc):  58\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Genuine Sambar Stag with Bullet inlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 180mm in open\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 77mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.6mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 120g\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":48802958344470,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ikuo-nagata-in-40-carbon-damascus-back-lock-folder-sambar-stag-handle-with-bullet-inlay-45261273956630.jpg?v=1726259716"},{"product_id":"ikuo-nagata-in-30-rwl-34-back-lock-folder-mosaic-white-mop-handle","title":"Ikuo Nagata IN-30 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder, Mosaic White MOP 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. 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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\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. 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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-75 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder,  Elegant, yet Rugged Lock back Folder with beautiful White MOP handle with Ref fiber liner and Abalone inlaid metal shield, Hand rounded integral one-piece mirror polished stainless steel bolsters\/liners with Stainless steel lanyard shackle on end, Hand filed back spring bar with matching Abalone inlaid lock release button, 2-3\/4\" Satin-brushed half-mirror RWL-34 blade with Nail-nick and file work on back, 4-1\/8\" Mirror polished integral solid Stainless steel handle,  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, 168mm in open , Weight 110g\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-75 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-80 RWL-34 Back-Lock Folder,  Small Elegant Lock back Folder with beautiful Swan wing shape White MOP handle with Ref fiber liner and Abalone inlaid metal shield, Hand rounded integral one-piece satin brushed Titanium bolster, liners \u0026amp; end spacer with Stainless steel tubular lanyard hole on end, Hand filed back spring bar with matching White MOP inlaid lock release button, 2\" Satin-brushed half-mirror RWL-34 blade with Nail-nick and file work on back, 3\" 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\u003eRWL-34 blade in 2.5mm thick, 53mm blade, 125mm in open , Weight 40g\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-80 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-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":"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. 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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\"\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. Another unique Tanto style knife with Samurai spirit!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 3.3mm thick, 123mm blade, 243mm overall, weight 180g\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-70 \"ONOUE-TO 尾上刀\" Modified Japanese Tanto\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 Cocobolo wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 243mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 123mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 3.2mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 180g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustom Leather sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49399535075606,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-70-onoue-to-modified-tanto-style-knife-4-3-4-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade-47032497864982.jpg?v=1731020651"},{"product_id":"nobuaki-yamamoto-ny-7560-utility-hunter-skinner-4-1-2-vg-10-mirror-polished-hamaguri-ba-blade","title":"NOBUAKI YAMAMOTO NY-75  Utility Hunter\/Skinner, 4-1\/2\" 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 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. 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 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"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-4-red-stubby","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-4 Red Stubby","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-4 Red Stubby\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 Compact, yet sturdy and durable, 3.3\" solid VG-10 Drop Point blade, with 3.7\" Hand  contoured Red-Black Color G-10 Handle. Mr. Takahashi considered very much for practical use and carefully selected the handle material and handle design.  Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 4.8mm thick, blade length 85mm, 173mm overall, Handle Length 95mm Weight 180g\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-4 Red Stubby\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: Red-Black Color G-10 Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 173mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 85mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 180g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539359113494,"sku":"HTT-4","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-4-red-stubby-47789399769366.jpg?v=1734342562"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-5-vg-10-tanto","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-5 VG-10 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-5 VG-10 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. 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 Large Size Upswept Design Utility Tanto, 5.7\" solid VG-10 blade, with 5.1\" Hand  contoured Stone Textured Dupont Corian Handle with Ebonywood Inlaid. Mr. Takahashi's vision and sense are fully applyed for custom handle design which provides secured, comfortable grip. Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 4.2mm thick, blade length 145mm, 272mm overall, Handle Length 130mm Weight 279g\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-5 VG-10 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: Dupont Corian Handle with Ebonywood Inlaid\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 272mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 145mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4.2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 279g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539378807062,"sku":"HTT-5","price":460.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-5-vg-10-tanto-47789468221718.jpg?v=1734342388"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-6-crown-in-blue-field-1","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-6 Crown in Blue Field","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 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-6 Crown in Blue Field\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\u003eWhen I first saw this knife by Mr. Takahashi, it instantly reminded me of the KD30 Hana and Miyabi, the crowning achievement of his mentor, Master. Ichiro Hattori. The beautifully handcrafted custom combination handle brought back the same strong impression I felt when seeing the impactful design of Hattori’s SAN Limited Edition series knife collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife is a true reflection of Mr. Takahashi’s dedication and creativity, built upon more than a decade of steady effort and growth. It feels like the perfect expression of his refined design sense and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFor the 5.3 Inch Solid VG-10 blade,  “Dynamic” and “Powerful”, this is the good suitable words for expressing the blade.  The Custom C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eombination Handle (Leather Washers, Natural Wood, Turquoise Gem-Composite Stone) is preceisely \u003cspan\u003eHand Contoured and has a Finger Groove that provides a very secure and positive grip. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eComes with a handcrafted Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG-10 blade in 5.6mm thick, blade length 135mm, 250mm overall, Handle Length 112mm Weight 256g\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-6 Crown in Blue Field\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: \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eCustom C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eombination Handle (Leather Washers, Natural Wood, Turquoise Gem-Composite Stone) with Stainless Steel Hilt and Butt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 250mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 135mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 5.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 256g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539428581654,"sku":"HTT-6","price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-6-crown-in-blue-field-47789962526998.jpg?v=1734342197"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-7-zebra-tanto","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-7 ZEBRA 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-7 ZEBRA TANTO\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\u003eWhen I first saw this knife by Mr. Takahashi, I felt a unique warmth and gentleness despite its slender, sturdy, and razor-sharp tanto blade. The handle, made from linen Micarta chosen for its practicality, is layered with white resin spacers, adding a striking accent to the knife's overall design. At the same time, it evoked the image of a zebra, with its long legs and swift movements.(practicality and agility)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eFor the 5 Inch Solid VG-10 Slender Tanto blade with the Custom C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eombination Handle (Linen Micarta \/ White Resin Spacers) with Stainless Steel Hilt \u0026amp; Butt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eComes with a handcrafted Leather Sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG-10 blade in 4.8mm thick, blade length 127mm, 243mm overall, Handle Length 115mm Weight179g\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-7 ZEBRA 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: \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eCustom C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eombination Handle (Linen Micarta \/ White Resin Spacers) with Stainless Steel Hilt \u0026amp; Butt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 243mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 127mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 179g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539434873110,"sku":"HTT-7","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-7-zebra-tanto-47790019117334.jpg?v=1734342020"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-8-dynamic-tanto","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-8 Dynamic 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-8 Dynamic Tanto\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen I first saw this knife by Mr. Takahashi, I felt that it possessed a sense of strength, yet carried a certain Retro Depth, Classic Taste. This impression is something I always associate with all knives made by Hattori, characterized by their meticulous craftsmanship and traditional handmade methods. Despite being a young knife craftsman, Mr. Takahashi fully utilized the skills he honed at Hattori company to take on the challenge of crafting this large Dynamic Tanto knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.1' Single Bevel Edge Tanto \/ Katana blade is designed for right hand user,  semi-mirror polished, solid VG-10 stainless steel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.6'  durable and good strength Linen Micarta handle with solid Nickel Silver Hilt and Stainless Steel butt. This knife comes with a brown Leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG-10 blade in 6mm thick, blade length 156mm, 291mm overall, Handle Length 117mm Weight 292g\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-8 Dynamic 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: Linen Micarta \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eHandle with Nickel Silver Hilt \u0026amp; Stainless Steel Butt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 291mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 156mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 292g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539450339606,"sku":"HTT-8","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-8-dynamic-tanto-47790104084758.jpg?v=1734343828"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-9-vg-10-tanto-ii","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-9 VG-10 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-9 VG-10 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 Large Size Utility Tanto, 5.7\" solid VG-10 blade, with 5.1\" Hand Contoured Ebonywood Handle with Stone Textured Dupont Corian Spacer and Nickel Silver Hilt.The Wide and Flat dimension of the handle goes good with the Large Size Utility Tanto Blade. Mr. Takahashi's vision and sense are fully applyed for custom handle design which provides secured, comfortable grip. Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 5.6mm thick, blade length 150mm, 273mm overall, Handle Length 124mm Weight 248g\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-9 VG-10 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: Ebonywood Handle with Stone Textured Dupont Corian Spacer and Nickel Silver Hilt\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 273mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 150mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 5.6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 248g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539462299926,"sku":"HTT-9","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-9-vg-10-tanto-ii-47790157136150.jpg?v=1734217106"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-10-wild-mini-stubby","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-10 WILD MINI STUBBY","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-10 WILD MINI STUBBY\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 Sturdy and Thick and good Weight and Wild !! Mr. Takahashi took on the challenge of crafting a tiny, yet wild and powerful utility knife from very thick VG-10 steel material.  2.9\" solid VG-10 blade, 3.2\" Sambar Stag Handle with Nickel Silver Rivets. Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath with belt loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVG-10 blade in 6.8mm thick, blade length 75mm, 165mm overall, Handle Length 82mm Weight 89g\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-10 WILD MINI STUBBY\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: Sambar Stag Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 165mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 75mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 6.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 89g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539472064790,"sku":"HTT-10","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-10-wild-mini-stubby-47790204879126.jpg?v=1734343276"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-11-armour","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-11 ARMOUR","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-11 ARMOUR\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhen I first saw this knife by Mr. Takahashi, its sturdy and solid construction, the carefully considered ergonomic shape, and its overall strength all reminded me of \u003cstrong\u003eARMOUR.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery Thick, Sturdy, good heavy weight, 5.1' Solid VG-10 \u003cspan\u003eUnique reverse Tanto tip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blade with Full Tang, 4.7' Hand Contoured African Ebonywood Handle with Stainless Steel Bolster. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis knife comes with a brown Leather sheath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG-10 blade in 6.8mm thick, blade length 130mm, 251mm overall, Handle Length 120mm Weight 365g\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-11 ARMOUR\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 \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ewith Stainless Steel Bolster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 251mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 130mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 6.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 365g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539480420630,"sku":"HTT-11","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-11-armour-47790262354198.jpg?v=1734343103"},{"product_id":"takuya-takahashi-htt-12-soft-pink-santoku-175mm","title":"Takuya Takahashi HTT-12 Soft Pink Santoku 175mm","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-12 Soft Pink Santoku 175mm\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\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePlease don't forget Hattori company also makes the highend high quality kitchen knives (as \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/japanesechefsknife.com\/collections\/hattori-fh-series\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHattori FH Series from our JCK Kitchen Knife Store\u003c\/a\u003e), Mr. Takahashi also built his ability to make the quality kitchen knife with his own custom taste handmade handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSolid VG-10 Santoku Blade with Hand contoured Soft Pink Color Dupont Corian Handle with Stainless Steel Bolster has nicely curved round shape which fits good for the round blade shape Santoku knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tall blade and rounded nose \/ tip of the Santoku make it a versatile knife that is well suited to cutting meat, fish, or vegetables; Hence it’s name, which literally means “Three-purpose”. The Santoku is often recommended as a multi-purpose kitchen knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVG-10 blade in 2.1mm thick, blade length 173mm, 292mm overall, Handle Length 124mm Weight 202g\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-12 Soft Pink Santoku 175mm\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: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e Soft Pink Color Dupont Corian Handle with Stainless Steel Bolster \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 292mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 173mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.1mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 202g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49539484483862,"sku":"HTT-12","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/takuya-takahashi-htt-12-soft-pink-santoku-175mm-47790316486934.jpg?v=1734342912"},{"product_id":"motoharu-sano-ms-100-hammer-forged-utility-knife-by-blacksmith-motoharu","title":"Motoharu Sano MS-100  Hammer Forged EDC Utility knife by Blacksmith Motoharu","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\u003eBlacksmith Motoharu \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWe recently got to know Blacksmith Motoharu Sano, and visited his workshop in Mitake, Kani-gun, that is about 50 minutes driving from Seki. Mr. Sano is now 58 years old, and is specialized in hammer forging knife and tools for almost 30 years from small Kiridashi and Hunting \u0026amp; Kitchen knives to large Swords \u0026amp; Axe. As in any blacksmith shop, there were many tools lined up in a small space. He said most of the necessary tools and small machineries were hand-made by him for his own use, that is an important element in becoming a full-fledged craftsman. I'm very impressed with his skills and craftsmanship. After the shop tour, he showed me some latest work of excellent knives. Among them, I found cute small knife, and got 10 pcs. to offer you from the Blacksmith Motoharu.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica',sans-serif;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotoharu Sano MS-100 Hammer Forged EDC Utility knife, Simple \u0026amp; Compact EDC knife, Hammer forged out of SK-5 Carbon steel bar, one piece construction with bended handle. 3-1\/2\" flat grind SK-5 carbon steel spear point blade, 4-1\/4\" simple bended skeleton handle, Comes with Handmade Leather Sheath. Simple \u0026amp; Lightweight EDC knife!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSK-5 Carbon steel blade in 4.7mm thick, blade length 85mm, 194mm overall, Weight 70g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnife Model: Motoharu Sano MS-100 Hammer Forged EDC Utility knife\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: SK-5 Carbon\u003cspan\u003e steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc): 60\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: Skelton SK-5 Carbon steel Handle\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 194mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 85mm \u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 4.7mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 70g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeather Sheath: Included\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50007642538262,"sku":"MS-100","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/motoharu-sano-ms-100-hammer-forged-edc-utility-knife-by-blacksmith-motoharu-1161186520.jpg?v=1746614092"},{"product_id":"hideaki-yasuda-hy-60-ken-nata-hunter-7-3-4-tamahagane-katana-blade","title":"HIDEAKI YASUDA HY-60  Ken-Nata Hunter, 7-3\/4\" Tamahagane Katana Blade","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 \"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\u003e\u003cspan\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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHIDEAKI YASUDA HY-60  KEN-NATA Hunter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMr. Yasuda is also expert in collecting Japanese Samurai swords for long time. 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His folders are known for flawless construction, refined finishing, and a unique balance between practicality, creativity, and aesthetic beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Nagata’s craftsmanship has earned him numerous accolades, including the Best Folder Award at the Seki Knife Show and the Excellent Folder Award at the JKG Knife Contest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIkuo Nagata IN-100 “Black \u0026amp; Silver”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is his latest creation unveiled at the 2025 Seki Knife Show. The knife features a button-lock assisted opening mechanism, allowing the RWL-34 mirror-finished blade to glide open with a smooth, effortless motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe solid stainless-steel handle is hand-rounded to perfection, giving it a warmth and softness rarely found in metal. 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The handle features genuine Sambar Stag scales, seamlessly matched to solid stainless-steel one-piece bolsters and liners, all hand-rounded and file-worked along the spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eThe highlight is the distinctive Brass and Nickel Silver bullet inlay, which adds a rugged yet elegant contrast—perfectly harmonizing with the organic texture of the stag. The double-blade construction of this folding knife reflects Nagata’s playfulness and creativity, offering a bold, untamed character rarely seen in his works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eEvery curve, joint, and polish speaks of countless hours of care and mastery. Nagata’s design philosophy shines through—every detail is intentional, every surface finished with devotion. 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