{"product_id":"yukio-nibe-one-off-r8-1-japanese-sword-steel-custom-folding-knife","title":"Ultra-Rare ONE-OFF Yukio Nibe Custom Folding Knife NO.R8-1 – Reclaimed Japanese Sword Steel \/ Iron Handle \/ Heiju Signature","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAn exceptionally rare \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eONE-OFF handmade custom folding knife, NO.R8-1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, created by Japanese artist \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eYukio Nibe (二部幸夫)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe blade is crafted from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecarbon steel reclaimed from a traditional Japanese sword remnant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, preserving the character and history of the original material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFeaturing a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esuguha (straight hamon)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the blade displays areas of irregular or interrupted \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003enioiguchi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, forging flaws, and traces of rust. These characteristics reflect the condition and history of the reclaimed sword steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe spine and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eshinogi-ji\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e feature a blackened finish, creating a distinctive contrast with the blade surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe iron handle is finished using a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecloth-and-lacquer impregnation technique with an additional painted finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, giving the piece a unique texture and appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMeasuring approximately 307mm overall with a 134mm blade body, the knife folds to 212 × 27 × 15mm and weighs approximately 270 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe piece bears the artist’s signature \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Heiju” (平寿)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eA remarkable collectible custom knife that brings together traditional Japanese sword materials, historical character, and contemporary metal artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eONE-OFF. One piece only. Made in Japan.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Yukio Nibe (二部幸夫)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: NO.R8-1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdition: ONE-OFF \/ One of a Kind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Handmade Custom Art Folding Knife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Material: Carbon Steel (Reclaimed Japanese Sword Remnant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHamon: Suguha (Straight Hamon)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Characteristics: Irregular \/ Interrupted Nioiguchi, Forging Flaws \u0026amp; Rust Traces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpine \u0026amp; Shinogi-ji: Blackened Finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Material: Iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface Treatment: Cloth-and-Lacquer Impregnation \/ Painted Finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Length: Approx. 307mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Body Length: Approx. 134mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosed Dimensions: Approx. 212 × 27 × 15mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: Approx. 270g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist’s Signature: Heiju (平寿)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountry of Origin: Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/b\u003e The blade is made from reclaimed Japanese sword steel and retains visible irregularities in the nioiguchi, forging flaws, and traces of rust. These characteristics are part of the material’s existing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSale to minors is prohibited.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"二部幸夫","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67827065094466,"sku":null,"price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/5620\/0770\/files\/yukio-nibe-one-off-r8-1-japanese-sword-carbon-steel-iron-handle_13.jpg?v=1792475735","url":"https:\/\/sunizumi.com\/products\/yukio-nibe-one-off-r8-1-japanese-sword-steel-custom-folding-knife","provider":"三泉商店","version":"1.0","type":"link"}