Izumi Ichiago - Table knife - Imbuia Damascus pocket knife with unique Mokume fittings (as on samurai swords) - Japanese VG-10 Damascus steel - brass - Imbuia wood

Izumi Ichiago 'Imbuia' Damascus Pocket Knife – Authentic Masterpiece from Sakai, Japan with unique Mokume fittings (as on Samuraizwaarden by Denbei Shoami)

An exclusive, classically shaped gentleman’s pocket knife from the well-known brand Izumi Ichiago. This knife combines traditional Japanese forging techniques with a unique design and high-quality materials. A special collector’s item for enthusiasts.

Forging: 49‑Layer Damascus & VG-10 Core

The blade is built around a core of the legendary Japanese VG-10 steel. This steel is renowned for its extreme hardness and for staying razor-sharp for a very long time. The hard core is protected and supported by no less than 49 layers of beautifully folded Damascus steel, with stainless steel sides to prevent rust.

Exclusive Mokume design (as on Samuraizwaarden by Denbei Shoami)

The metal jaws (the section between the blade and the handle) are crafted with the rare Mokume technique. This traditional Japanese method was invented in the 17th century by master smith Denbei Shoami. Originally developed to adorn the bolsters and grips of Samurai swords. By fusing multiple metal layers under extreme heat and pressure, a stunning pattern emerges that resembles natural wood grain. Each knife thus receives a completely unique appearance.

Design with German Mastery
This knife is the result of a distinctive cross-pollination: it combines Sakai’s centuries-old Japanese forging tradition with refined ergonomic design influences from the well-known German knife designer Ernst Siebeneicher-Hellwig. Consequently, tradition and modern ease of use align beautifully.

Handle of Luxurious Imbuia Wood
The pocket knife sits on a sturdy base of solid brass. The grip scales are made from the finest Imbuia wood. This luxury wood has a deep, warm color and a fine grain that beautifully complements the golden wood-grain pattern on the metal jaws.

Region of Origin: Sakai / Izumi (Osaka, Japan)

This pocket knife hails from the Sakai region (historically Izumi). This Japanese region is world-renowned and has delivered the very highest quality hand-made knives and swords for more than 600 years. Craftsmanship from this region is known for extreme precision and long durability.

- Brand: Izumi Ichiago
- Model: Imbuia Damascus Pocket Knife
- Condition: Brand new and unused
- Origin: Japan (Region: Sakai/Izumi)
- Blade material: Japanese VG-10 Damascus steel (49 layers)
- Bolster material: Mokume-gane (multi-layer metal with wood grain pattern, in the style of Denbei Shoami samurai swords)
- Handle material: Imbuia wood on brass plates

Delivered in a leather belt sheath.

Total length: 17.3 cm
Blade length: 7.2 cm
Blade thickness: 2.9 mm
Handle length: 10.1 cm
Weight: 103 g

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