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Heiho Mini Hissatsu Folder: http://goo.gl/KIaiZ0
Heiho, Veff Serrated Model: http://goo.gl/Mo1MNM
Hissatsu Folder: http://goo.gl/81v5Qn
Shizuka Noh Ken Framelock: http://goo.gl/3VCiIr
Otanashi Noh Ken Framelock Folder: http://goo.gl/w17APs
Otanashi Noh Ken, Veff Serrated Model: http://goo.gl/ENzzcx
Yukanto Fixed Blade: http://goo.gl/gl9OkM
Sakimori Fixed Blade: http://goo.gl/8B4WMX
Hissatsu Fixed Blade: http://goo.gl/tzwwMO
Hissatsu Fixed Blade Trainer: http://goo.gl/Nax6OF
Shinbu Fixed Blade: http://goo.gl/ElUru1
Hisshou Fixed Blade: http://goo.gl/awgoRd
Raptor Tanto: http://goo.gl/WB4rA9
Raptor Wakizashi: http://goo.gl/ha8ugk
Raptor Zukuri Katana: http://goo.gl/vRDg9w
Blade Length: 12.5 inches
Steel: YK-30 High Carbon (57-59 HRC)
Grind: Partial Flat
Handle: Cord-wrapped Ray Skin
Sheath: Kydex
Weight: 16.4 ounces
Notes: Designed by James Williams
Price: $174
Very nice fit and finish, incredible edge and grind, a strong competitor to some of Cold Steel’s pricier tantos.
Price: $64.83
CRKT Hissatsu Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath: Tactical, Law Enforcement, Survival, Black Dual Grind Tanto, Textured Rubber Grip, Molle Compatible Sheath 2907K
James Williams, the designer of the Hissatsu, is a former Army officer and martial arts practitioner/instructor with over 45 years of experience. He knows cutlery as President of Bugei Trading Company, producer of fine Samurai swords. As one ... (as of June 18, 2019 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Price: $277.99
CRKT Hisshou Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath, Plain Edge 2910
Let us be clear: the Hisshou, designed by James Williams, is a specialized tool that is intended for military personnel and special forces operators. James developed this design to meet the specific requests of coalition forces overseas for a... (as of June 8, 2019 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Price: $257.89
CRKT Hisshou Fixed Blade Knife with Sheath: Tactical, Law Enforcement, Survival, Dual Grind High Carbon Blade, Cord Style Wrapped Handle, Molle Compatible Sheath 2910N
Let us be clear: the Hisshou, designed by James Williams, is a specialized tool that is intended for military personnel and special forces operators. James developed this design to meet the specific requests of coalition forces overseas for a... (as of June 8, 2019 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Price: $220.00
I just saw a real similar blade at AG Russell but its 9.5 inches. CRKT Shinbu.
Where did you find this blade for $174? CRKT has it listed at $375 and I’m seeing it in the $230 range elsewhere. Also, are there any newer, similar designs that you would recommend over this blade? I would greatly appreciate any info you could give me, thanks!
I wanna see one of these with a 15 inch blade and 10 inch handle. Also a black blade coating in a taco style kydex sheath. This would be perfection.
glad you like it!
I love this blade, but it needs some kind of small guard. If you were to run your hand up on the blade you’d probably lose some fingers.
Where did you find this for 180 dollars??
And it cuts right through soft plastic milk jugs
I want one. Need too look around to see it in person
So glad I just recieved mine today. I’ve probably watched this review about 10 times in the past week ty
It is a gorgeous blade, but watch some videos from the designer, James Williams. This blade is a modern incarnation from the ancient art and meant for actual, modern battle. Kydex doesn’t retain water, is lightweight, durable, and it retains the blade without need of a strap.
Go to “Aoi Art” and look at the Tantos…. very similar design to hundred year old Japanese knifes
The stiffened wrap provides a pretty good grip.
that kind of knife doesn’t deserve to be put in a kydex sheath…it should have a high quality wood sheath
You think u can make a video of you hacking up some pig limbs or pigs feet?
Made in China. Lame.
I just got mine yesterday. AWESOME, but not razor sharp but can cut paper very well.
could compliment my trench hawk!
how much is this?
174 $$$????I bought it for 239.95 at knifecenter!
My first tanto I actually bought from Bugei Trading. This week I ordered the Otanashi noh Ken, and it arrived yesterday. All of James Williams’ blades just beg to cut something. The tip effortlessly pierces, too. They aren’t for bushcraft, or butchering game. They are for killing people efficiently, or enjoying in a display case. It breaks my heart, really, when I see people talk about a blade like the Hisshou as a survival knife. I’m glad you’re a fan of Williams’ work as I am. In all honesty, if I were going to arm myself with a fighting knife, I’d probably go with the Shinbu. Slightly quicker, while still being just as deadly. Either would do well, but I like my speed.
Great review.
I received mine Today!
How does it compare to the Cold Steel Magnum Tanto XII & Cold Steel Natchez Bowie? Maybe Cold Steel Knives Gim Sword?
I am interested in home defense/protection: big knives.
Would it be a viable option to use this knife in a reverse grip? Or would a smaller one such as the shinbu would be better? I feel like slicing with a shinbu would be less practical in a combat situation due to its smaller size.
I just ordered one of these and I can’t wait. I really admire your bladework featured in the videos, most people take a whole minute to plan a slash through a bottle whereas you preform multiple consecutive slashes which I rearly see in other peoples videos.
🙁 ) HOLY SHIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I used to always look pass CRKT, but now I love their Japanese style knives, might have to get one of these!
It was $174
Amazon has this for 180ish
Thanks! Yeah, in a lot of cutting vids I’ve seen on youtube, people look scared of their own blade or of the target.
I would be afraid to thrust with this knife…imagine your hand sliding up onto that razor sharp blade.
I bought one of these and it rusted in under 2 weeks without EVER using it. I removed it from the plastic, wiped off the excess “shipping” oil. I asked the reseller to remedy this since it was only placed on a shelf for display. No cutting gallons of water, no cutting anything, just displayed in a shelf. Still awaiting re-seller’s decision on “what to do?”
this is a sweet knife. you could probably defeat a samurai with it. maybe even a sentient android or evil alien overlord too!
Nice knife, for professionals by a professional. No training wheels (handgaurd) I love it
Pronunciation:
Hee-show
Beautiful knife, great review. I just ordered one about five minutes ago from knife depot. Unfortunately I live in the UK so p&p was $75. but, I don’t care….I WANT OINE!
i heard you say it is traditional Japanese tanto. but i think it is not. neither is tanto.
The sakimori is my new everyday knife for stuff around my property but I’m eyeing this for display
OMG that blade is simply put beautiful. I never knew CRKT made anything that awesome
According to James Williams, the knife designer, your hand shouldn’t slip if you’re gripping it properly.
I know this is going to sound crazy… But my Grandfather was professional butcher from the mid 20’s until his death in ’69 .. I have an old carpenters toolbox full of his knives.. The brands are Foster Bros, F. Dick, and Dexter Russell.. They are all have large 10-12″ carbon steel blades and all have a Scimitar profile.. Overall lengths are between 15-18 inches… The blades are not as thick as this Hisshou, however i cant get over how similar the profiles match up with this CRKT Williams Hisshou Knife……
I have a feeling that its no mistake that such an effective combat knife would resemble the shape of knives that were designed to break down a side of beef in fairly short order… Its a reminder that many specific blade shapes were so effective at a given task that they appear in many different cultures under many different names..
Master Williams designs some purposeful tools.