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Kanetsune Seki Kaico-Tou Folding Knife

Kanetsune Seki Kaico-Tou Folding Knife

$79.00 USD
$79.00 USD
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Proudly crafted in Seki City, the historic heart of Japanese blade-making, the Kanetsune Seki Kaico-Tou Folding Knife blends time-honored craftsmanship with a spirit of quiet nostalgia. "Kaico" reflects a tribute to the golden era when Seki was home to countless makers of fine pocket knives.

Building on a beloved model cherished for over a quarter-century, this refined design honors tradition while elevating everyday function. The knife features a precisely forged stainless steel blade paired with a polished red-toned wood handle, offering a smooth and balanced grip. It is equipped with a classic back lock mechanism, securely locking the blade into place when opened and ensuring enhanced safety and stability during use.

Presented in a paulownia wood gift box, the Kaico-Tou Folding Knife is both a practical tool and a piece of craftsmanship to be treasured. Whether for daily tasks or as a keepsake honoring Japan’s artisanal legacy, it embodies the quiet excellence of true Seki tradition.

By completing your purchase, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the cautions provided in the Care & Use section.

Detail

Length: 18cm / 7.1in
Blade length: 7cm / 2.8in
Blade thickness: 0.3cm
Blade steel: AUS-8 stainless steel (mono layer)
HRC: 56–58
Blade type: Drop point
Handle material: Plywood with stainless bolster
Weight: 100g / 3.53oz

Care ＆ Use

Caution:

  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Use with care and attention to avoid injury.
  • Do not use for purposes other than cutting.
  • Ensure folding knives are securely locked before use and properly closed after use.
  • Store safely in a dry place when not in use.
  • Always handle with caution, even when the blade is sheathed.
  • Clean and dry thoroughly after each use to maintain condition.
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Seki Blades: Craftsmanship Forged Through Centuries

In the forested hills of Gifu Prefecture, the city of Seki has been forging blades for over 800 years. It was here, during the Kamakura period, that swordsmiths sought the pure waters, fine clay, and pine charcoal that would help shape some of Japan's finest swords. In time, Seki blades earned a reputation for being unbreakable, unbending, and devastatingly sharp—an ideal trifecta for warriors of the era.

As peace gradually replaced conflict, Seki’s smiths turned their skills to new forms: kitchen knives, shears, and folding blades crafted with the same attention to balance and sharpness. Today, the spirit of Seki’s sword-making tradition endures, not only in ceremonial blades but in the tools we carry and use—crafted to be precise, purposeful, and enduring companions for modern life.

Brand History

Kitasho is a knife maker rooted in Seki’s long-standing tradition of blade craftsmanship. Founded in 1964—but carrying a lineage of cutlery expertise stretching back to 1930—Kitasho embraces both heritage and innovation.

Their Kanetsune Seki collection, named in honor of a master swordsmith from the Muromachi period, reflects a philosophy of making knives that are not only functional but spirited. Specializing in camping knives, folding knives, and utility blades, Kitasho builds each piece with care: marrying time-honored forging techniques with modern steels, ergonomics, and durability.

Designed for the outdoors, for the hand, and for daily use, Kanetsune Seki knives carry forward the essence of Seki’s blade-making legacy—offering sharpness you can trust and craftsmanship you can feel, whether at a campfire or at workbench.