Nigara Hamono Ltd crafts exquisite and practical works of art, producing some of the most visually captivating kitchen knives available.
Originating in the early Edo Period, Hirosaki was known as a castle town bustling with over one hundred forging workshops. Among these, Nigara Forging stands out as a historic Tsugaru blacksmith shop. The Nigara company has faithfully preserved age-old forging techniques, dedicating itself to the art of creating superior quality blades for generations.
Each knife features a handle crafted from ebony wood, beautifully complementing the gorgeous blade, making it a truly remarkable piece.Maker: Nigara
Construction: Hammer Forged, San Mai
Cladding: Stainless Tsuchime
Edge Steel: VG-10 Stainless Steel
HRC: 60+-
Weight: 6.4 oz (184 g)
Edge Length: 204 mm
Total Length: 347 mm
Spine Thickness at Base: 2.2 mm
Blade Height: 50.5 mm
Originating in the early Edo Period, Hirosaki was known as a castle town bustling with over one hundred forging workshops. Among these, Nigara Forging stands out as a historic Tsugaru blacksmith shop. The Nigara company has faithfully preserved age-old forging techniques, dedicating itself to the art of creating superior quality blades for generations.
Each knife features a handle crafted from ebony wood, beautifully complementing the gorgeous blade, making it a truly remarkable piece.
