Japanese Custom Knives by Takeshi Saji: Unique Blades for Sale
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Kiku Matsuda - Talon Karambit KM-520 Fixed Knife - PRIVATE COLLECTION - handmade knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Excellent, never used and never removed from its sheath, which shows some minor abrasions due to age and storage
* Available on the market: Out of production in this variant
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present, with some minor abrasions due to age and storage
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars of sharpening in Japan. You probably already have a knife in your collection that is the result of his passion: he has been collaborating for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech, and Randall Kings, developing blade bevels, sharpening, and polishing techniques for them.
Intended use: TacticalType of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Japan
Blade: D2 steel hardened to 61HRC
Blade finish: Acid etching
Handle: Green Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 90mm.
Blade thickness: 4.8mm.
Total length: 204mm.
Weight: 188g.
Sheath: Sunloid KD (Kydex) with Tek-Lok attachment
Packaging: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious Blade Show “Knife Of The Year Awards” in 2007.KM-520-CP -
Kiku Matsuda - Blast KM-215 Fixed Knife - PRIVATE COLLECTION - handmade knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Excellent, never used and never removed from its sheath - small marks on the sheath due to age and storage
* Available on the market: Out of production in this variant
* Sharpening: Factory
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: -
* Sheath: Present - with small imperceptible marks, caused by time and storage
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratory
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars of sharpening in all of Japan; you probably already have a knife in your collection that is the result of his passion: he has been collaborating for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech, and Randall Kings, developing blade bevels, sharpening, and polishing for them.
Intended use: Collection/SportsType of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade finish: Acid etching
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 5.8mm.
Total length: 275mm.
Weight: 399g.
Sheath: Sunloid KD (Kydex) with Tek-Lok attachment
Packaging: -
Notes: In 2007, Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious Blade Show “Knife Of The Year Awards” with a project created in collaboration with SOG.KM-215-CP -
Kiku Matsuda - Southern Cross KM-760 Fixed Knife - PRIVATE COLLECTION - handmade knife
KNIFE WITHDRAWN FROM PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Withdrawn from a private collection, previously purchased
* Condition: Like new, never used and never removed from its original packaging
* Available on the market: Out of production in this variant
* Sharpness: Factory sharp
* Marks on blade: None
* Marks on handle: None
* Box: Present
* Sheath: Present
* Manuals, Certificates, and Warranties: -
* Checked and certified by our in-house laboratoryKiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars of sharpening in all of Japan; you probably already have a knife in your collection that is the result of his passion: he has been collaborating for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech, and Randall Kings, developing blade bevels, sharpening, and polishing for them.
Intended use: Collection/Sports
Type of production: Handcrafted
Country of production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade finish: Acid etching
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 5.3mm.
Total length: 195mm.
Weight: 186g.
Sheath: Sunloid KD (Kydex) with Tek-Lok attachment
Packaging: cardboard box with Kiku Knives logos
Notes: In 2007, Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious Blade Show “Knife Of The Year Awards” with a project created in collaboration with SOG.KM-760-CP -
Kanetsune Shinobi KB-209 Knife – Japanese Handmade Fixed Blade Knife
KNIFE RETRIEVED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION
* Origin: Acquired from a private collector, previously purchased
* Condition: As new, never used
* Market availability: Hard to find
* Sharpening: Factory edge
* Blade marks: None
* Handle marks: None
* Box: Original
* Sheath: Included
* Manuals, Certificates and Warranty: Included
* Inspected and Certified by our in-house laboratory
There is a special charm in objects born where steel carries memory. The Kanetsune Shinobi KB-209 embodies the essential aesthetics of Japanese knife-making, recalling the heritage of traditional blades: a refined 15-layer Damascus blade with a Blue Steel (Aogami) core, a handle inspired by traditional Japanese sword mountings featuring samegawa (ray/shark skin) with black cord wrapping, and an elegant Japanese-style wooden sheath. This fixed blade knife offers strong visual impact and is designed for light outdoor use, distinctive EDC carry, or as a collectible piece, combining presence, control, and time-honored materials.
Intended use: Fixed blade knife for EDC, light outdoor activities, tactical use, and collecting.
Production type: High-quality semi-handcrafted production inspired by Japanese tradition.
Country of manufacture: Japan (Seki).
Blade: Blue Steel (Aogami) with 15-layer Damascus cladding.
Blade finish: Visible traditional Damascus pattern.
Handle: Oak wood handle wrapped in samegawa (ray/shark skin) with black cord.
Blade length: 135 mm.
Blade thickness: 4 mm.
Total length: 260 mm.
Weight: Approx. 162 g (knife only).
Packaging: Knife supplied with Japanese-style wooden sheath.
Notes: KB-209 model from the Shinobi series; often listed as discontinued or difficult to source by various retailers.
A brief history of the brand
Kanetsune is a brand of Kitasho Co., Ltd., based in Seki, a Japanese city historically known as the “City of Cutlery.” The company officially dates back to 1964, with family roots in knife manufacturing and trade going back to the 1930s. The name Kanetsune is traditionally associated with a renowned master bladesmith of the Muromachi period, underlining its strong connection to Japanese forging heritage.
Use and maintenance advice
The Blue Steel Damascus blade requires care: after use, it is recommended to wash by hand, dry immediately, and apply a light protective oil layer during storage or use in humid environments. Avoid dishwashers and prolonged contact with water or aggressive substances. The samegawa provides a natural, secure grip, enhancing handle stability even with wet hands.
Why choose this knife
The Kanetsune Shinobi KB-209 is not just a knife, but an object with a strong identity: 15-layer Damascus Blue Steel for a distinctive cutting edge, a traditional handle with samegawa and cord for control and authenticity, and a Japanese-style wooden sheath for elegant presentation. An ideal choice for enthusiasts seeking a fixed blade with true Japanese character, beyond common Western designs.KB209 -
Kanetsune - Cuchillo Ryou takumi - KB14 - collection kitchen
Kanetsune Seki produces traditional, high-quality kitchen spoons, suitable for daily use. These cuchillos are the result of the skill of craftsmen who implement scrupulous techniques. Our quality guarantees products that are exceptionally durable, sharp and of extraordinary beauty.
These cuchillos are destined to continually improve, fusing new ideas with traditional techniques transmitted over more than 800 years. Kitasho Co., Ltd. was founded in 1964 in the city of Seki, Japan, known as "The City of Swords", both nationally and internationally.
We constantly strive to offer short, durable and useful items, renewing our commitment to innovation in keeping with new times.
The range of products includes kitchen spoons, navajas, camping spoons, high-end cooking spoons for even the most refined palates, as well as tigers and shorts, and everyday items.
Intended use: home/collection
Type of artesanal production
Hoja: 33 head sanmai maple with Hitachi Aogami 64HRC carbon wire and 1095 brut de forge carbon maple shells.
Production of Japanese spoons
Mango: en madera de roble
Hoja length: 245 mm.
Hole thickness: 6 mm.
Closed length: -
Total length: 410 mm.
Balance: in the guard branch
Weight: 538g.
Cierre: -
Videos: -
Funda: madera de roble
Package: Black and red cardboard box with Kanetsune logos.
Note:-Characteristics of San Mai Maple: These are different types of metals combined to create a composition that contains and intensifies the resistance of the metals individually:
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Thanks to the use of very high quality maples with high carbon content (VG10, CoS, Shiro) or sintered (SPG2), in the core of the plate (Core Steel), the heat, once templada, has a hardness and a Decidedly superior court performance. which were achieved with the use of traditional maple trees.- Mayor resilience
Built according to the principle of Japanese swords, the multi-headed maple is difficult to break thanks to the hardness of the central maple (Core Steel) and the elasticity of the maple used for the lateral covering (Stainless Steel).- Better resistance to corrosion
The maple used for the external caps (Stainless Maple) guarantees the house a high resistance to corrosion. The combination of the two or more materials used by Takefu Steel generates, at the galvanic level, a structure that improves resistance to corrosion, including in the steel.- Easy processing including after heat treatment
Although the maple is normally hardened after the tempering, the lateral maple used in the multi-head process does not become softer and allows for easy mechanicalization, cutting or soldering even after the heat treatment. For optimal health performance, cryogenic treatment is recommended.- Improved aesthetic result
The cuchillos made with multi-layered maple or with damask pattern are aesthetically elegant, refined and much appreciated by collectors around the world at the end of the manufacturing process.For more information: collinsteel
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Kanetsune - Fruit Knife ST-200 - knife
Multi-purpose vegetable and fruit knife. Thanks to the wooden case (shirasaya), similar to the one used for the katana or the tanto, the blade remains perfectly protected and easily transportable.
Intended use: Sports / Collection
Blade: 420J2 steel
Japan blade production
Handle: cherry wood
Blade length: 105mm.
Blade thickness: 1mm.
Total length: 210mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 36g.
Sheath: cherry wood sheath
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Kanetsune - Kiridashi knife - KB612 - knife
Traditional Japanese carving knife "Kogatana" used in gardening, as a knife from the innseto or even for a walk and with a sharp blade only on one side. Thanks to the wooden case (shirasaya), similar to that used for the katana or for the time being, the blade remains perfectly protected and easily transportable.
Intended use: Sports / Collection
Blade: SK5 carbon steel
Lama Japan production
Handle: cherry wood
Blade length: 70mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Total length: 165mm.
Balancing: -
Weight: 44g.
Sheath: cherry wood sheath
Note:KB612 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Kawa Kaze KK01 en acero SanMai Cuchillo fijo - cuchillo artesanal
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artisans and scholars of all over Japan; Probably in your collection you will already have a knife that is the fruit of your passion. For several years he has collaborated with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings, developing blades, sharpening and burring.
Uso previsto: Colección / Deportes
Tipo de producción: Artesano
Producción de Lama: Japón
Hoja: acero inoxidable SanMai SPG2 con 67 capas - 63/64 HRC
Tratamiento con cuchilla: -
Manija: Lona negra Micarta
Longitud de la hoja: 95 mm.
Espesor de la hoja: 3.9mm.
Longitud cerrada: -
Longitud total: 200 mm.
Espesor cuando está cerrado: -
Equilibrio: -
Peso: 132 g.
Cierre: -
Clip: -
Funda: en Kydex con ataque Tek-Lok
Paquete: -
Notas: En 2007, Kiku Matsuda ganó el prestigioso Blade Show "Cuchillo del año" con un proyecto creado en colaboración con SOG.KK01 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Southern Cross KM-760 Fixed Knife - craft knife
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artisans and scholars of all over Japan; Probably in your collection you will already have a knife that is the fruit of your passion. For several years he has collaborated with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings, developing blades, sharpening and burring.
Intended use: Collection / Sports
Type of production: Artisan
Lama production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade treatment: -
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 80mm.
Blade thickness: 5.3mm.
Length closed: -
Total length: 195mm.
Thickness when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 186g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: in Kydex with Tek-Lok attack
Package: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won in 2007 the prestigious "Knife Of The Year Awards" Blade Show with a project realized in collaboration with SOGKM-760 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Back Up Neo 300 Fixed Blade Knife - craft knife
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artisans and scholars of all over Japan; Probably in your collection you will already have a knife that is the fruit of your passion. For several years he has collaborated with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings, developing blades, sharpening and burring.
Purpose of use: Collection / Sportsman
Type of production: Artisan
Blade Production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade Treatment: -
Manicure: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 140mm.
Blade thickness: 6.5mm.
Closed length: -
Total Length: 270mm.
Closure thickness: -
Balance: -
Weight: 384g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: in Kydex with Tek-Lok attachment
Packing: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious prize at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" in 2007 with a project made in collaboration with SOGKM-300 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Back Up Zero 490 Fixed Blade Knife - artisan knife
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artisans and scholars of all over Japan; Probably in your collection you will already have a knife that is the fruit of your passion. For several years he has collaborated with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings, developing blades, sharpening and burring.
Purpose of use: Collection / Sportsman
Type of production: Artisan
Blade Production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade Treatment: -
Manicure: Green Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 98mm.
Blade thickness: 5.5mm.
Closed length: -
Total length: 200mm.
Closure thickness: -
Balance: -
Weight: 250g.
Closure: -
Clip: -
Sheath: in Kydex with Tek-Lok attachment
Packing: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious award at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" in 2007 with a project made in collaboration with SOG KnivesKM-490 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - J Defender Fixed Blade - custom knife
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artisans and scholars of all over Japan; Probably in your collection you will already have a knife that is the fruit of your passion. For several years, he has worked with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings for blades, sharpening and burring.
Purpose: Collection / Sportsman
Type of production: Artisan
Blade Production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade treatment: acidification with subsequent polishing and polishing of the wire
Handle: G10
Blade Length: 135mm.
Blade thickness: 4.5mm.
Total length: 250mm.
Weight: 186g.
Sheath: in thermoformed Kydex, with Tek-Lok attachment
Packing: cardboard box with Kiku Knives logos
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious award at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" in 2007 with a project made in collaboration with SOG KnivesKM-730 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Karambit Desperade - handmade knife
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artists and scholars sharpening throughout Japan; probably in your collection is already a fruit knife of his passion: collaborates for several years with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings developing to their bevels, and politure sharpening the blades.
Intended Use: Collection / TacticalType of production: Handmade
Production Country: Japan
Blade: D2 hardened carbon steel to 61 HRC
Handle: Green Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 113mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Overall length: 232mm.
Balancing: Set back
Weight: 210g.
Sheath: Kydex with Tek-Lok attack
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won in 2007 the prestigious prize at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" with a project carried out in collaboration with SOG Knives12508 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Momose Gawa Fishing Knife KM-390 - Knife
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Momose Gawa Fishing Knife KM-390 - Knife
Kiku Matsuda is a great fisherman and model Momose Gawa is his favorite for fishing in the river.
Intended use: Sport / Fishing
Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Japan
Blade: stainless steel 14C28N
Treatment Lama: acid
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 85mm.
Blade thickness: 3mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 170mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 74g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Kydex attack with Tek-Lok
Packaging: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won in 2007 the prestigious prize at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" with a project in collaboration with SOG KnivesKM-390 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Knife KM-340 - craft knife
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Knife KM-340 - craft knife
Intended Use: Collection / Sports / Tactical
Unique and no longer produced by Kiku
Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Japan
Blade: carbon steel 61HRC D2
Treatment Lama: acid
Handle: Black G10
Blade length: 195mm.
Blade thickness: 5mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 340mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 440g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Kydex attack with Tek-Lok
Packaging: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won in 2007 the prestigious prize at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" with a project in collaboration with SOG KnivesHK-340 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Yuki Kaze Knife KM-460 - craft knife
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Yuki Kaze Knife KM-460 - craft knife
Intended Use: Collection / Sports / Tactical
Type of production: Artisan
Production Lama: Japan
Blade: carbon steel OU-31 hardened to 63/64 HRC
Treatment Lama: -
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade length: 176mm.
Blade thickness: 6,8mm.
Length closed: -
Overall length: 314mm.
Thick when closed: -
Balancing: -
Weight: 486g.
Closing: -
Clip: -
Sheath: Kydex attack with Tek-Lok
Packaging: -
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won in 2007 the prestigious prize at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" with a project in collaboration with SOG KnivesKM-460 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Hasinau Kamui Master Hunters - craft knife
Kiku Matsuda è uno dei più famosi artisti e studiosi dell'affilatura di tutto il Giappone; probabilmente nella vostra collezione sarà già presente un coltello frutto della sua passione: collabora infatti da diversi anni con SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech e Randall Kings sviluppando per loro bisellature, affilature e politure delle lame.
Destinazione d'uso: Collezione/Caccia
Tipo di produzione: Artigianale
Produzione Lama: Giappone
Lama: in acciaio al carbonio OU-31 temprato a 63/64 HRC
Trattamento Lama: -
Manicatura: G10 Black
Lunghezza lama: 130mm.
Spessore lama: 5,0mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: -
Lunghezza totale: 260mm.
Spessore da chiuso: -
Bilanciatura: -
Peso: 360g.
Chiusura: -
Clip: -
Fodero: in Kydex con attacco Tek-Lok
Confezione: -
Note: Questo coltello è stato disegnato dal giapponese Mr. Chujyo di Hokkaido - Kiku Matsuda ha vinto nel 2007 il prestigioso premio al Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" con un progetto realizzato in collaborazione con SOG KnivesKnife Of The Year Awards Knife Of The Year AwardsKM-500A -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Blast Fixed Blade - custom knife
Kiku Matsuda is one of the most famous artisans and scholars of all over Japan; Probably in your collection you will already have a knife that is the fruit of your passion. For several years, he has worked with SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech and Randall Kings for blades, sharpening and burring.
Purpose: Collection / Sportsman
Type of production: Artisan
Blade Production: Japan
Blade: OU-31 carbon steel hardened to 63/64 HRC
Blade treatment: acidification with subsequent polishing and polishing of the wire
Handle: Black Canvas Micarta
Blade Length: 150mm.
Blade thickness: 5.8mm.
Total Length: 275mm.
Weight: 390g.
Sheath: in thermoformed Kydex, with Tek-Lok attachment
Packing: cardboard box with Kiku Knives logos
Notes: Kiku Matsuda won the prestigious award at the Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" in 2007 with a project made in collaboration with SOG KnivesKM-215 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Aoba Fixed Blade Knife - craft knife
Kiku Matsuda è uno dei più famosi artisti e studiosi dell'affilatura di tutto il Giappone; probabilmente nella vostra collezione sarà già presente un coltello frutto della sua passione: collabora infatti da diversi anni con SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech e Randall Kings sviluppando per loro bisellature, affilature e politure delle lame.
Destinazione d'uso: Collezione/Sportivo
Tipo di produzione: Artigianale
Produzione Lama: Giappone
Lama: in acciaio al carbonio OU-31 temprato a 63/64 HRC
Trattamento Lama: -
Manicatura: Black Canvas Micarta
Lunghezza lama: 105mm.
Spessore lama: 5,5mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: -
Lunghezza totale: 215mm.
Spessore da chiuso: -
Bilanciatura: -
Peso: 260g.
Chiusura: -
Clip: -
Fodero: in Kydex con attacco Tek-Lok
Confezione: -
Note: Kiku Matsuda ha vinto nel 2007 il prestigioso premio al Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" con un progetto realizzato in collaborazione con SOG KnivesKnife Of The Year Awards Knife Of The Year AwardsAB31 -
Kiku Matsuda Knives - Back Up Small Fixed Blade Knife - craft knife
Kiku Matsuda è uno dei più famosi artisti e studiosi dell'affilatura di tutto il Giappone; probabilmente nella vostra collezione sarà già presente un coltello frutto della sua passione: collabora infatti da diversi anni con SOG, William Henry, Pro-Tech e Randall Kings sviluppando per loro bisellature, affilature e politure delle lame.
Destinazione d'uso: Collezione/Sportivo
Tipo di produzione: Artigianale
Produzione Lama: Giappone
Lama: in acciaio al carbonio OU-31 temprato a 63/64 HRC
Trattamento Lama: -
Manicatura: Green Canvas Micarta
Lunghezza lama: 98mm.
Spessore lama: 5,5mm.
Lunghezza chiuso: -
Lunghezza totale: 200mm.
Spessore da chiuso: -
Bilanciatura: -
Peso: 250g.
Chiusura: -
Clip: -
Fodero: in Kydex con attacco Tek-Lok
Confezione: -
Note: Kiku Matsuda ha vinto nel 2007 il prestigioso premio al Blade Show "Knife Of The Year Awards" con un progetto realizzato in collaborazione con SOG KnivesKnife Of The Year Awards Knife Of The Year AwardsBUP-MN

























