{"product_id":"ikuo-nagata-custom-folding-knife-in-150-bullet-inlaid-jigg-bone-handle-with-multi-function-button","title":"Ikuo Nagata Custom Folding Knife - IN-150 Bullet inlaid Jigg Bone Handle with Multi-Function Button","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster knifemaker Ikuo Nagata from Akita, Japan, is a 70-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-150 Wild Bullet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is his latest creation unveiled at the 2026 Seki Knife Show in this October. The knife features an unique mult-function button on the bolster, that locks the blade firmly both in open and close position, and also release the blade in 20 digree to assist opening easily.  2-1\/4\" RWL-34 Half-Mirror polished Drop-point stainless steel blade with thumb stud, The RWL-34 is named from famous R.W. Loveless and is equivalent to Hitachi ATS-34.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"587\"\u003eA rare and captivating piece from veteran Japanese custom knifemaker Ikuo Nagata, crafted with his signature precision, delicate hand-finishing, and refined artistry. The handle features beautiful Green Jigged Bone scales, seamlessly tapered to hand rounded stainless-steel bolster with liners, red fiber spacers and file-worked spring bar.  Unique Pivot screw with Brass cover.\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 Green Jigged Bone. \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. The result is not merely a knife, but a functional work of art that embodies the heart and spirit of Japanese craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eComes with a black velvet pouch and a handcrafted Ho-wood box.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRWL-34 blades in 2.2mm thick, 60mm blade, 147mm in open , Weight 90g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\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-150 Wild Bullet\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: Green Jigged Bone with Bullet inlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Length: 147mm in open\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 60mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 2.2mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 90g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVelvet cloth pouch \u0026amp; Wooden box:  Included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Challengers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67814852788502,"sku":"IN-150","price":82200.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2159\/5123\/files\/ikuo-nagata-custom-folding-knife-in-150-bullet-inlaid-jigg-bone-handle-with-multi-function-button-1264712334.jpg?v=1793010609","url":"https:\/\/japaneseknifedirect.mom\/products\/ikuo-nagata-custom-folding-knife-in-150-bullet-inlaid-jigg-bone-handle-with-multi-function-button","provider":"japaneseknifedirect.mom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}