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A couple of weeks ago, I posted for information about Knife House Hara knives. These are limited production versions of custom maker Koji Hara's knives. My post garnered mixed reviews so I hesitated to order a Knife House Hara Lakeland at first. Later, I decided to order one anyway because the picture on the Arizona Custom Knives Website looked so good. I just picked it up today and my initial impression is extremely
favorable! This knife is easily as well put together as a $600 custom. If these knives had a wider distribution, they could easily give William Henry a run for their money.
The Lakeland model that I ordered is distinctive because it has an abalone inlay on both sides. The rest of the handle is mother of pearl. The blade is mirror polished ATS-34 (which is pretty rare)and it is 2.5" long. The OAL of the knife is just under 5.75". Compared to a William Henry, the biggest difference is that the Lakeland is heavier and thicker, however, these differences are good to me. The weight (3oz.) is not bad, and the thickness provides better purchase. The weight is due to the fact that the Knife House Hara uses steel as liners instead of titanium. Koji Hara, however, is a master of working steel. Those of you who are familiar with his work know that he makes wonderful "airstep" bolsters and handles on some of his customs. He also makes beautiful jeweled steel liners that are a very attractive alternative to anodized titanium liners. This knife is a true work of art and would be wonderful carry in an office setting
or anyplace where you wanted to carry a very attractive and non-threatening pocketknife. Needless to say, mother of pearl and abalone scales are too delicate for EDC in rough environments, but this is a great piece for someone who is not going to get a knife gritty and grimy. The Lakeland is a great light duty and occasional work knife. It is also a knife pretty enough to be put in a display if one is so inclined. Finally, the clip is thin but it is not the least flimsy and it is well secured. Paracelsus, since you feel that William Henry does not fill your Hand well enough, this Knife House Hara Lakeland may be just the ticket for you.
favorable! This knife is easily as well put together as a $600 custom. If these knives had a wider distribution, they could easily give William Henry a run for their money.
The Lakeland model that I ordered is distinctive because it has an abalone inlay on both sides. The rest of the handle is mother of pearl. The blade is mirror polished ATS-34 (which is pretty rare)and it is 2.5" long. The OAL of the knife is just under 5.75". Compared to a William Henry, the biggest difference is that the Lakeland is heavier and thicker, however, these differences are good to me. The weight (3oz.) is not bad, and the thickness provides better purchase. The weight is due to the fact that the Knife House Hara uses steel as liners instead of titanium. Koji Hara, however, is a master of working steel. Those of you who are familiar with his work know that he makes wonderful "airstep" bolsters and handles on some of his customs. He also makes beautiful jeweled steel liners that are a very attractive alternative to anodized titanium liners. This knife is a true work of art and would be wonderful carry in an office setting
or anyplace where you wanted to carry a very attractive and non-threatening pocketknife. Needless to say, mother of pearl and abalone scales are too delicate for EDC in rough environments, but this is a great piece for someone who is not going to get a knife gritty and grimy. The Lakeland is a great light duty and occasional work knife. It is also a knife pretty enough to be put in a display if one is so inclined. Finally, the clip is thin but it is not the least flimsy and it is well secured. Paracelsus, since you feel that William Henry does not fill your Hand well enough, this Knife House Hara Lakeland may be just the ticket for you.