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HIROAKI OHTA
Hiroaki Ohta has been hand crafting knives since 1989 and began making knives Full Time in 1998. His folding knives are prized around the world over for their amazing precision and beauty. Hiroaki Ohta’s knives have been featured in KNIVES Annuals and he appeared in BLADE magazine in 2011 as one of the hottest Slip Joint Makers.
Fort Henry Custom Knives is proud to be a direct Dealer for Hiroaki Ohta hand made knives
Direct from the Maker from NYCKS 2012
This is a gorgeous Jack Knife with a Custom Wharncliff blade and Premium Aged Sambar Stag handles
The Hand Rubbed blade has an extremely high Satin Finish, it was crafted from ATS-34 with an RC of 60-61. It is perfectly centered and has a crisp smooth action and a firm Half Stop. The pull is approx a 7.5 out of 10.
Hiroaki contours the handles of his knives so they fit in the hand very comfortably. This is a full size Slip Joint that will tackle any gentleman’s cutting chore or occupy a place of prestige in any collection.
The Fluted Nickel Silver Bolsters fit with precision against the thick Sambar Stag handle slabs. The Backspring and Frame are fitted together so precisely it appears they are one integral piece.
Hiroaki makes his own Leather Pocket Sheaths for every knife, well stitched and holds the knife securely.
A wonderful knife, an great value in a hand made Slipjoint.
Don’t miss out on this one.
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