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Higonokami Koriwa Friction Folders
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Done in traditional Japanese style, this Higonokami Koriwa friction folder features a design that dates back to the late 19th century. Made with a thick white steel blade, it has no lock Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downKavik
5531
May 20, 2018
Well, the lack of further follow up from management was rather disappointing.
I hope some of the 30+ purchasers come back to review this with pictures when they receive their knife, specifically showing if the blades are actually stamped as Blue or White steel. Please and thank you 😊
lhzeng
26
May 23, 2018
Massdrop. They sent me a email. See below.
Hi,It’s been brought to our attention that there’s a small difference in the type of steel listed on the drop page. We were originally advised that the blade would be white steel but the Japanese print on the blade states that the metal is in fact blue steel. The knife you will receive however is the same as expected.We sincerely apologize for this and are doing everything we can to make it right. Given this inconsistency, we have a few options for you:A.) You can stay in the drop and we’ll ship the knife (blue steel blade) to you as soon as possible.B.) We can cancel your order and issue a full refund.Please let me know your preference by Thursday May 24thand I will gladly get that started for you. If we do not hear back, we will default to order cancellation. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
I think it is not a good drop for blue steel. Is that right?
Hi,It’s been brought to our attention that there’s a small difference in the type of steel listed on the drop page. We were originally advised that the blade would be white steel but the Japanese print on the blade states that the metal is in fact blue steel. The knife you will receive however is the same as expected.We sincerely apologize for this and are doing everything we can to make it right. Given this inconsistency, we have a few options for you:A.) You can stay in the drop and we’ll ship the knife (blue steel blade) to you as soon as possible.B.) We can cancel your order and issue a full refund.Please let me know your preference by Thursday May 24thand I will gladly get that started for you. If we do not hear back, we will default to order cancellation. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
I think it is not a good drop for blue steel. Is that right?
Kavik
5531
May 23, 2018
lhzengAh. That's the email that Mark referenced below
I can't really make that decision for you....it's not totally out of line for prices on other sites..... But i will say this: 1) It's twice the price of the last drop that was advertised as blue steel, just different handles. 2) I didn't get the email because I didn't join at this price when I suspected it wasn't really white steel
I think you can figure out my opinion from that 😉
I can't really make that decision for you....it's not totally out of line for prices on other sites..... But i will say this: 1) It's twice the price of the last drop that was advertised as blue steel, just different handles. 2) I didn't get the email because I didn't join at this price when I suspected it wasn't really white steel
I think you can figure out my opinion from that 😉
Icywolfe
137
May 19, 2018
I'm stuck on choosing the colors I like the Brown and the Blue. The they both look nice and modest.
GieKa
4
May 16, 2018
Koriwa have kanji on blade and it's made from blue steel not white (google it, first kanji means blue).
Higonokami without kanji.. Maybe cheap SK5?
I have higonokami hyorin from dictum.
Kavik
5531
May 22, 2018
Smart resolution 👍 Faith restored.
Haven't received a response from the maker on Facebook, but will still update if/when I do.
And don't forget contributions by @gieka 😉
Seriously though, like I said before, I don't think I've ever seen another knife with such widespread misinformation attached to it.... It's crazy! It's no wonder a third party supplier could get mixed up on the details
Haven't received a response from the maker on Facebook, but will still update if/when I do.
And don't forget contributions by @gieka 😉
Seriously though, like I said before, I don't think I've ever seen another knife with such widespread misinformation attached to it.... It's crazy! It's no wonder a third party supplier could get mixed up on the details
GieKa
4
May 23, 2018
KavikFirst time i waited ~7days for answer.
After little research:
Higonokami without kanji = cheap non laminated steel.
Higonokami with 本割込 _and_ classic small washer = laminated SK5.
Higonokami with 青紙 割 込 = laminated Blue.
Higonokami with 本割込 _and_ fancier rivet + an ornamented bigger washer /lines on it/ = laminated White.
Higonokami with 本割込 _and_ classic small washer = laminated SK5.
Higonokami with 青紙 割 込 = laminated Blue.
Higonokami with 本割込 _and_ fancier rivet + an ornamented bigger washer /lines on it/ = laminated White.
planb10113
352
May 15, 2018
Step by step closer. Now we've gotten the white paper steel, but I'm still holding out for a true brass handle, not this rust looking color.
Kavik
5531
May 15, 2018
planb10113This, plus sandpaper? Lol
Edit: here's the larger 100mm version for a few bucks more, if your interested in that one Higonokami – White Paper Steel Leaf Shaped Blade 100mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078YMKQX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_oSZ-AbQX61TD0
Edit: here's the larger 100mm version for a few bucks more, if your interested in that one Higonokami – White Paper Steel Leaf Shaped Blade 100mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078YMKQX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_oSZ-AbQX61TD0
bambam67
334
May 16, 2018
Kavikblade looks completely different on that amazon one. different curve, edge etc.
Kavik
5531
May 15, 2018
1BigBadaBoomYup, what Cypher said.
Like I said in response to your other comment (not sure why it was posted twice?), that might be a good price on the SK steel version, no way it's white or even blue steel
Edit, nevermind, I'll get it for you-
These 3 specific knives go for $93 on the site you mentioned : https://www.knifecountryusa.com/shop/manufacturer/product-group/21138/higonokami-koriwa-knife-series.html
For $13-16 you can get the SK steel ones there : https://www.knifecountryusa.com/shop/manufacturer/product-group/21136/higonokami-triple-layer-knife-series.html
The one you're talking about doesn't even name the steel type, and has "stainless" (?) handles, not brass: https://www.knifecountryusa.com/store/product/205085.205114/higonokami-knives-04sl-no-4-silver-folder.html
Just because something looks the same, doesn't make it equal, your comparing apples to painted red oranges. Prices there are no better than anywhere else
Edit, nevermind, I'll get it for you-
These 3 specific knives go for $93 on the site you mentioned : https://www.knifecountryusa.com/shop/manufacturer/product-group/21138/higonokami-koriwa-knife-series.html
For $13-16 you can get the SK steel ones there : https://www.knifecountryusa.com/shop/manufacturer/product-group/21136/higonokami-triple-layer-knife-series.html
The one you're talking about doesn't even name the steel type, and has "stainless" (?) handles, not brass: https://www.knifecountryusa.com/store/product/205085.205114/higonokami-knives-04sl-no-4-silver-folder.html
Just because something looks the same, doesn't make it equal, your comparing apples to painted red oranges. Prices there are no better than anywhere else
bambam67
334
May 16, 2018
1BigBadaBoomno that would be a knockoff definitely not the hi grade white OR blue steel, NOWAY at 11 bucks. if you want looks then go for it if you want resale VaLue and quality dont.
ForrestJohnson
16
May 15, 2018
mattf222I have the SK steel version and other then the kanji its symmetrical.
bambam67
334
May 16, 2018
mattf222double bevel and the " flipper" is centered so id say good for lefties.
Kavik
5531
May 15, 2018
Wow..... Just a day after the other drop ended, where people were discussing steel type options.
Wonder how many wouldn't have bought the last one if they knew a white steel version was dropping a day later?
That said, bladehq sells the brown for $80 and the silver and blue for $92, so not a terrible deal here Edit: $69.40 with free (not prime) shipping from Woodcraft on Amazon for all 3 models
That said, bladehq sells the brown for $80 and the silver and blue for $92, so not a terrible deal here Edit: $69.40 with free (not prime) shipping from Woodcraft on Amazon for all 3 models
bambam67
334
May 18, 2018
sometimes ..just .sometimes the knock offs are better quality than the original...not very often but it does happen..just knowing and not paying the high price thinking its an original is the rub.
Kavik
5531
May 20, 2018
bambam67I can see where the could be the case. It really isn't a hard design to make at all. If I ever get around to trying my hand at making a knife myself i could see this being an easy place to start (or a kiridashi, but definitely this if it's going to be a folder)
But to me the cool part about this knife is its history, not its average functionality...so if i do buy one i would definitely want it to be genuine
But to me the cool part about this knife is its history, not its average functionality...so if i do buy one i would definitely want it to be genuine
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