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Kiku Matsuda

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Hello, does anyone have any experience with Kiku Matsuda's knives? I have been seeing some pretty cool ones on certain websites, and they are pretty expensive, but look like they are worth it, but I don't know for sure. It seems like a sweet source of some awesome fixed blades. Any thoughts?
 
I had one of his smaller fixed blades for awhile as a safe queen. They are definitely works of art from a true craftsman.. SOG used to sell more 'user' grade versions of some of his knifes. If you're looking for something along the lines of what he offers, you'll probably be satisfied.

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I had the pleasure of meeting Kiko at the Seattle Knife Show this year. I was also able to observe him working on a blade at the pre-show gathering at David Lisch's shop (thank you David). In my opinion, he makes a well designed, solid knife using quality materials. At the show he had a table with a large variety of designs in a number of price ranges. I ended up purchasing a neat medium sized cord wrapped fixed blade. Not sure how to describe it, as many of his creations are somewhat unique. I'll try to take and post a photo later. They are not inexpensive, but if one likes his designs, I think one would be happy with his knives. I am. You may have already seen the website that features information on Kiko and quite a few of his blades. A good place to start. I'll admit, I am a light weight when it comes to using most of my knives. I've mostly used this knive for opening envelopes and cutting string, light rope and plastic wire ties so far. The blade remains hair shaving sharp. I realize I didn't say much of significance here but just thought I'd say I was happy with the knife. Mike
 
Thanks, Mike, I'm glad to hear that and I have looked at that website. His knives look awesome!
 
He is a real old world craftsman that produces high quality beauties at reasonable (not cheap) prices.
 
Kikuo Matsuda is a second generation Seki knifemaker known for his excellent grind and workmanship. His frequent use of D2 and OU31, etched blades
and somewhat "unique" design style have become his trademark. He also does he final grinds for the moki folders that are shipped to William Henry Knives.
Just beware of buying from other than known sources as there are Chinese copies of his knives.
 
KenHash said:
Kikuo Matsuda is a second generation Seki knifemaker known for his excellent grind and workmanship. His frequent use of D2 and OU31, etched blades
and somewhat "unique" design style have become his trademark. He also does he final grinds for the moki folders that are shipped to William Henry Knives.
Just beware of buying from other than known sources as there are Chinese copies of his knives.
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Great information. It is appreciated. Thanks Ken. Mike
 
You're very welcome Mike. Actually I was in Seki City in early June and had to pass up a chance to visit Kikuo Matsuda
at his workshop due to time constraints. Maybe next time.
The only Kiku knife I own is a now discontinued fighter KM835.
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