Ultra-Rare ONE-OFF Yukio Nibe Custom Folding Knife NO.R8-4 – Reclaimed Japanese Sword Carbon Steel / Iron Handle

Product Description

An exceptionally rare ONE-OFF handmade custom folding knife, NO.R8-4, by Japanese artist Yukio Nibe (二部幸夫).

The blade is crafted from carbon steel reclaimed from a remnant of a traditional Japanese sword, preserving the distinctive character of the original material.

Featuring a straight-edged blade with visible forging marks, the knife incorporates a blackened spine and shinogi-ji (blade flat), creating a striking contrast between the steel surfaces.

The iron handle features a distinctive cloth-and-lacquer impregnation treatment with a painted finish, reflecting the artist's unconventional approach to materials and surface texture.

Measuring approximately 248mm overall with a 103mm blade body, the knife weighs approximately 236 grams.

The piece bears the artist's signature, “Heiju” (平寿).

A collectible Japanese custom knife bringing together traditional sword steel, distinctive surface treatments, and contemporary metal artistry.

One piece only. Made in Japan.

Specifications

• Artist: Yukio Nibe (二部幸夫)

• Model: NO.R8-4

• Edition: ONE-OFF / One of a Kind

• Type: Handmade Custom Folding Knife

• Blade Material: Carbon Steel (Remnant of a Traditional Japanese Sword)

• Edge Profile: Straight Edge

• Blade Characteristics: Visible Forging Flaws / Marks

• Spine & Shinogi-ji: Blackened Finish

• Handle Material: Iron

• Handle Finish: Cloth-and-Lacquer Impregnation / Painted Finish

• Overall Length: Approx. 248mm

• Blade Body Length: Approx. 103mm

• Closed Dimensions: Approx. 151 × 26 × 16mm

• Weight: Approx. 236g

• Artist's Signature: Heiju (平寿)

• Country of Origin: Japan

Sale to minors is prohibited. This product includes the knife only. Other photography props are not included.