The left-hand version of this knife was featured in the 45th edition of Knives 2025 and tested by Roderick Halvorsen - this right-hand Nata is a great choice for the avid outdoorsman. 晶之 Masano Brand makes beautiful Japanese traditional handcrafted knives. Produced by Toyokuni in western Japan in the city of Tosa (Kochi prefecture), the region is widely known for crafting quality knives. Toyokuni's forge-smiths have devoted their lives to traditional knife making for over half a century. While preserving the essential elements of traditional crafting methods - true craftsmanship, spirit, and passion - Masano brand's outdoor knife collections are developed for satisfying the serious outdoor enthusiast and hunter's practical needs and preferences. Please do not miss out on this excellent piece of tradition and quality from Masano traditional knife collections.