Higonokami Woody VG10 Folder with Red Grooved Wood Handle

The Higonokami Woody VG-10 is a premium step up from the standard Higonokami lineup, pairing the traditional Japanese friction folder format with a VG-10 stainless steel blade that puts it in a different class from the carbon steel versions. VG-10 is a Japanese stainless steel developed specifically for knife blades that delivers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance while remaining significantly easier to maintain than carbon steel in humid or wet environments. At 3 inches the blade is genuinely practical for everyday cutting tasks, not just a collectible.

The red finger grooved wood handle is what makes this version visually distinctive within the Woody series. The deep red finish with finger grooves cut into the wood gives it a refined, tactile quality that smooth synthetic handles cannot match, and each handle has natural wood grain variation that makes every knife slightly unique. The extended tang opens the blade and serves as a thumb rest during use in the traditional Higonokami manner, and the lanyard hole provides keychain or cord carry options. At 4.25 inches closed and 0.12 lbs it is genuinely pocketable. Made in Japan. Boxed.

Best for: Traditional Japanese knife collectors, VG-10 blade enthusiasts, everyday carry, gift giving, or anyone who wants a premium Higonokami friction folder with stainless steel and a distinctive grooved wood handle.