{"product_id":"ikuo-nagata-custom-folding-knife-in-100-black-silver","title":"Ikuo Nagata Custom Folding Knife  – IN-100 “Black \u0026 Silver”","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster Custom knifemaker Ikuo Nagata from Akita, Japan, is a 69-year-old artisan celebrated for blending mechanical precision with artistic inlay work. 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. Meticulously inlaid black mother of pearl sits seamlessly within the frame—every curve, every fit executed with absolute precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen held in the palm, it radiates a quiet elegance, reflecting countless hours of trial, refinement, and masterful handcrafting. Mr. Nagata’s design philosophy shines through—every detail is purposeful, every surface polished with care. The result is not just a knife, but a piece of functional art that embodies the heart and spirit of Japanese craftsmanship. Comes with a black velvet pouch and a handcrafted Ho-wood box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRWL-34 blade in 2.5mm thick, 70mm blade, 155mm in open , Weight 96g\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 Custom Folding Knife  – IN-100 “Black \u0026amp; Silver”\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: RWL-34, equivalent to ATS-34 named from R.W. Loveless \u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness (HRc):  62\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle Material: Solid Stainless Steel Handle with Black MOP  inlaid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 155mm in open\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 70m\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.5mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 96g\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":50638019461398,"sku":"IN-100","price":118800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ikuo-nagata-custom-folding-knife-in-100-black-silver-1199340945.jpg?v=1761237667","url":"https:\/\/japaneseknifedirect.mom\/products\/ikuo-nagata-custom-folding-knife-in-100-black-silver","provider":"japaneseknifedirect.mom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}