Q: How long is the blade on this knife?
The laminated carbon-steel blade measures nearly 4" long, with the knife extending to 8 3/4" overall when open and folding down to 5 1/4" for compact storage.
06D0702 - Japanese Carpenter's Knife
A traditional Japanese workshop tool, this folding carpenter's knife has a sturdy laminated carbon-steel blade and a formed brass handle. The nearly 4" long blade is hardened to Rc60 and comes honed ready for use.
An integral thumb rest prevents accidental blade closure and provides a bearing surface for heavy cuts. It has a hole for hook storage or a lanyard (not included). Measures 8 3/4" when open; 5 1/4" closed. A handy utility shop knife.
For the curious, the Japanese characters on the handle honor the 17th-century swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi.
The laminated carbon-steel blade measures nearly 4" long, with the knife extending to 8 3/4" overall when open and folding down to 5 1/4" for compact storage.
Not exactly; there's no locking mechanism, but the integral thumb rest keeps your grip in place and resists accidental closing during heavy cuts.
No, this Japanese carpenters knife's blade arrives honed and ready to use, hardened to Rc60 for solid edge retention.
Yes, there's a hole built into the handle for a lanyard or hook, though neither is included with the knife.
They reference Miyamoto Musashi, the 17th-century swordsman, a nod to the knife's Japanese workshop heritage rather than a functional marking.
| Materials | Laminated carbon steel blade; brass handle |
| Dimensions | Nearly 4" blade length; 8 3/4" overall length (open); 5 1/4" length (closed) |
| Includes | Japanese carpenter's knife |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Safety | Integral thumb rest helps prevent accidental blade closure |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
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Japanese Carpenter's Knife
A traditional Japanese workshop tool, this folding carpenter's knife has a sturdy laminated carbon-steel blade and a formed brass handle. The nearly 4" long blade is hardened to Rc60 and comes honed ready for use.
An integral thumb rest prevents accidental blade closure and provides a bearing surface for heavy cuts. It has a hole for hook storage or a lanyard (not included). Measures 8 3/4" when open; 5 1/4" closed. A handy utility shop knife.
For the curious, the Japanese characters on the handle honor the 17th-century swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi.
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