Morito Igarashi Knives

[justsomedude]

I didn't spend much time on the forums in 2017 but came back recently and of course it wasn't long before my wallet took a hit.
Browsing through some of my favorite dealers' inventory I happened upon a couple knives by Japanese maker, Morito Igarashi. I could find absolutely no information about the man but the peice exuded master craftsmanship. Let's be honest it's the stag that got me.
I would love to see your examples of this maker's work!
Anyways here she is, this picture is from the dealer but I'll post one in hand later.
Specs:

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  • 2 3/4" blade of ATS 34, mirror polish, 6 1/4" overall length
  • Tapered tang

 

[Will Power]

The usual simple, pretty lines from a Japanese maker, very effective indeed, nothing superfluous.

My congratulations on a fine new acquisition, could you give some specs please?

Thanks, Will

 

[justsomedude]

Thanks, it's a little one. I've edited the original post to include specs.

 

[justsomedude]

Thanks to Dave at Nordic Knives it arrived super quickly and I was wowed immediately. I'll try to let pictures do most of the talking.

 

[justsomedude]

For size reference, next to a GEC 15

 

[Carboniferous]

That looks perfect for a pocket fixed blade! Looks like it's finished absolutely wonderfully, the polished contrast of the stainless+brass, contrasted against the stag, is really attractive.

 

[justsomedude]

Thanks, yes, I was not anticipating how much I would love the loveless-style bolts. It is a great size and the dangler sheath is a perfect accompaniment. Another great detail that doesn't come through in the pictures is the nickel silver bolster. It has a very subtle contrast against the polished steel and is both double pinned and soldered, loveless-style.
I will also add that this is the second "sharpest" knife I've ever received after my Phil Wilson (not including kitchen knives).

 

[Hickory n steel]

Gorgeous knife, absolutely gorgeous.

The sheath wouldn't be my first choice, but I probably wouldn't actually mind that fat seam much in carrying the knife.

 

[marcus52AR]

That looks perfect for a pocket fixed blade! Looks like it's finished absolutely wonderfully, the polished contrast of the stainless+brass, contrasted against the stag, is really attractive.

+1 on this.. and to add.

Fixed blades aren't really my thing, but I think a small fixed like this could get me on board.

That's a beauty.

 

[Peregrin]

justsomedude , That's some great stag on a fine looking little knife!