---
product_id: 74943536
title: "Higonokami Folding Knife – Blue Paper Steel 100mm"
brand: "higo no kami"
price: "342 Lei"
currency: RON
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Higo No Kami"
url: https://www.desertcart.ro/products/74943536-higonokami-folding-knife-blue-paper-steel-100mm
store_origin: RO
region: Romania
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# Compact 100mm folded length - pocket-ready Blue Paper Steel blade - superior edge retention Brass handle - durable & classic Higonokami Folding Knife – Blue Paper Steel 100mm

**Brand:** higo no kami
**Price:** 342 Lei
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔪 Elevate your everyday carry with heritage steel and sleek design.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Higonokami Folding Knife – Blue Paper Steel 100mm by higo no kami
- **How much does it cost?** 342 Lei with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ro](https://www.desertcart.ro/products/74943536-higonokami-folding-knife-blue-paper-steel-100mm)

## Best For

- higo no kami enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted higo no kami brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sleek & Portable Design:** Compact 100mm folded length fits effortlessly in your pocket or everyday carry.
- • **Effortless Manual Locking:** Simple yet durable spine lock ensures safety without complexity.
- • **Unmatched Edge Performance:** Blue Paper Steel blade offers exceptional wear resistance and razor-sharp precision.
- • **Timeless Japanese Craftsmanship:** Hand-forged by Nagao Seisakusho, preserving 130+ years of tradition.
- • **Brass Handle with Patina Potential:** A handle that ages beautifully, reflecting your unique journey and style.

## Overview

The Higonokami Folding Knife features a 100mm Blue Paper Steel blade renowned for its outstanding edge retention and wear resistance, paired with a durable brass handle that develops a unique patina over time. Crafted by Nagao Seisakusho in Japan, this knife embodies over a century of traditional craftsmanship in a compact, foldable design with a simple manual locking mechanism, making it a perfect blend of heritage, functionality, and style for professionals and collectors alike.

## Description

Specification:Brand: HigonokamiBlade: Blue Paper SteelHandle: BrassLength: 100mm (folded)/ 180mm (full)Thickness: ≈3mmAbout the Brand:Higonokami is a Japanese pocketknife, without any delicate locking mechanism.User needs to hold firmly on the extended spine in order to have the blade fixed, simple yet very durable.the history of Higonokami can be date back to late 19th century, where Higonokami got its name from its main trading market, Kumamoto Prefecture, which was named "Higonokui" in ancient time.The pocketknife was widely used in a variety of household and outdoor tasks in its early days.It was as well an essential for every Japanese student, who used it to sharpen the pencil before sharpener has become widely popular.the maker, Nagaokoma seisakusho, was found in the 27th year of Maiji era (1894). It has the history of more than a century and is the only trademark owner of "Higonokami' as of today.

Review: Looks legit! - This seems to be a genuine aogami higonokami. The stamp on the blade says as much. I expected the blade to be SK steel, but it really is blue paper. Fit and finish are pretty good. It's not meant to be perfect, as the final touches are for the owner to do. But the rivet is properly tight, the blade is good, and the handle has been deburred. Mine is serviceably sharp out of the box but I am going to dress it and get it scary sharp. I'm very pleased. This will be a neat little light duty blade for opening boxes and sharpening pencils. --- Update: I spent a couple hours dressing the blade - I ground the primary bevel to a 1200 grit, and put a microbevel on it. First of all, the steel this knife is made of, the aogami steel on the edge, is indeed very hard. Wow. But once I got the blade how I wanted it and took a few finishing passes for the microbevel, this knife is scary sharp. The blade shape is really easy to sharpen too. My knife is already starting to take a pleasing patina on the handle. The rivet had worked itself a little too free for my liking in the first few days I spent fidgeting with it, so I tapped it tighter with a hammer. Easy adjustment to make, and the rivet is substantial enough that you'll need to tap it pretty firmly to make it tighter. I bought a leather fountain pen case and trimmed it to fit, so now I have a sheath too. Pretty neat little tool. Probably one of the best knives you can get for the money.
Review: Beautiful Craftsmanship – Glad I Took the Chance - Easy 5 stars. I’ll be honest—I was a bit skeptical. All the talk about this being made by the last descendant of a knife-making family sounded a little too good to be true. I figured it might just be clever marketing. But once the knife arrived, I was genuinely surprised. The steel is absolutely beautiful, and you can clearly see the craftsmanship in the three-layer construction—softer steel on the outside with that gorgeous blue Aogami core running through the middle. As it tapers down to the edge, the blue core is about 1cm exposed on one side and about 1.5cm on the other, it looks like a hamon. It's not perfectly even, but that just adds to the handmade feel—and honestly, it came razor sharp, so no complaints. I was torn between this and the Higo no Kami Model 10, which has way more reviews, but I’m really glad I chose this one. It’s such a perfect general-purpose knife—but honestly, it’s so nice I’ll probably never use it just to keep it in this condition. That said, I’m definitely going to pick up the Model 10 now too, just to compare them side by side. They're so inexpensive, which makes collecting these easy. I need one to use so I can just keep this one for pristine. I’ve always had a love for Japanese culture and for knives, and this one absolutely delivered.

## Features

- Blade Steel: Blue Paper Steel; Handle Material: Brass
- Blue Paper Steel: Very high wear resistance and edge holding is outstanding
- Folded Length: 100mm; Full Length: 180mm; Blade Thickness: Around 3mm
- Made by Nagao Seisakusho in Japan

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B078YLYMJX |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #293,031 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #1,329 in Pocket Knives & Folding Knives |
| Blade Length | 100 Millimeters |
| Blade Material | Blue Paper Steel |
| Blade Type | Carbon Steel |
| Brand | HIGO NO KAMI |
| Color | Blue,Brass |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (197) |
| Date First Available | January 7, 2018 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Brass |
| Included Components | Blade |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Length | 3.94 Inches |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 1.76 ounces |
| Item model number | Higonokami Folder |
| Manufacturer | Higonokami |
| Material | Blue Paper Steel |
| Model Name | Higonokami |
| Part Number | 14BR |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Shape | folding |
| Special Feature | Foldable, Locking Blades |
| Special Features | Foldable, Locking Blades |
| Theme | Japanese Tradition |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Length:** 100 Millimeters
- **Blade Material:** Blue Paper Steel
- **Brand:** HIGO NO KAMI
- **Color:** Blue,Brass
- **Handle Material:** Brass
- **Included Components:** Blade
- **Model Name:** Higonokami
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Outdoor
- **Special Feature:** Foldable, Locking Blades

## Images

![Higonokami Folding Knife – Blue Paper Steel 100mm - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/11UnXkV8dbL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks legit!
*by S***. on January 5, 2024*

This seems to be a genuine aogami higonokami. The stamp on the blade says as much. I expected the blade to be SK steel, but it really is blue paper. Fit and finish are pretty good. It's not meant to be perfect, as the final touches are for the owner to do. But the rivet is properly tight, the blade is good, and the handle has been deburred. Mine is serviceably sharp out of the box but I am going to dress it and get it scary sharp. I'm very pleased. This will be a neat little light duty blade for opening boxes and sharpening pencils. --- Update: I spent a couple hours dressing the blade - I ground the primary bevel to a 1200 grit, and put a microbevel on it. First of all, the steel this knife is made of, the aogami steel on the edge, is indeed very hard. Wow. But once I got the blade how I wanted it and took a few finishing passes for the microbevel, this knife is scary sharp. The blade shape is really easy to sharpen too. My knife is already starting to take a pleasing patina on the handle. The rivet had worked itself a little too free for my liking in the first few days I spent fidgeting with it, so I tapped it tighter with a hammer. Easy adjustment to make, and the rivet is substantial enough that you'll need to tap it pretty firmly to make it tighter. I bought a leather fountain pen case and trimmed it to fit, so now I have a sheath too. Pretty neat little tool. Probably one of the best knives you can get for the money.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful Craftsmanship – Glad I Took the Chance
*by J***N on April 14, 2025*

Easy 5 stars. I’ll be honest—I was a bit skeptical. All the talk about this being made by the last descendant of a knife-making family sounded a little too good to be true. I figured it might just be clever marketing. But once the knife arrived, I was genuinely surprised. The steel is absolutely beautiful, and you can clearly see the craftsmanship in the three-layer construction—softer steel on the outside with that gorgeous blue Aogami core running through the middle. As it tapers down to the edge, the blue core is about 1cm exposed on one side and about 1.5cm on the other, it looks like a hamon. It's not perfectly even, but that just adds to the handmade feel—and honestly, it came razor sharp, so no complaints. I was torn between this and the Higo no Kami Model 10, which has way more reviews, but I’m really glad I chose this one. It’s such a perfect general-purpose knife—but honestly, it’s so nice I’ll probably never use it just to keep it in this condition. That said, I’m definitely going to pick up the Model 10 now too, just to compare them side by side. They're so inexpensive, which makes collecting these easy. I need one to use so I can just keep this one for pristine. I’ve always had a love for Japanese culture and for knives, and this one absolutely delivered.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great utility knife that holds a keen edge
*by J***N on July 22, 2025*

Wonderful, slim knife with a blade that's great for slicing. I use it to cut cigars and it shaves the cap off with ease. The pivot was a little stiff, but it loosened up with a couple drops of 3-In-1 Oil. The steel is incredibly hard. Sharpening it takes a bit of time, I recommend using a diamond stone for the coarse grits and finishing off with fine ceramic stones. Just be patient, Blue Paper Steel is really hard and resists abrasion, so get comfortable and settle in for a long sharpening session... but once it's sharp, it stays sharp. I'd recommend a 17-20 degree angle for best results. I haven't noticed any rust, but I keep my blades clean and lightly oiled with mineral oil so your results may vary. The brass handle is gentle on the hands, but scratches easily. Do NOT carry in the same pocket as your car keys.

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