An ancient legacy. A warrior's spirit. A journey without end.
Inspired by the storied blades of feudal Japan, the Sojourner carries the quiet elegance and formidable strength of the traditional Japanese tanto—a blade whose heritage is steeped in centuries of discipline, honor, and martial tradition.
Beneath its graceful lines lies 3/16" 80CRV2 German-made steel, differentially hardened to produce a resilient spine and a keen, enduring edge. A dramatic, high-contrast Hamon traces the boundary between hardness and toughness, its flowing contours reminiscent of mist drifting across distant mountain peaks.
A traditional fuller runs along the blade, lending depth and character to its distinctive profile. The handle, fashioned from richly figured Arizona Ironwood, offers a striking contrast of warm, earthy tones against the cool brilliance of the steel.
The Sojourner is more than a tribute to an ancient design. It is a blade for those drawn to the road less traveled, who appreciate the balance of beauty and strength, and who understand that the journey itself is as meaningful as the destination.
SPECS:
- 100% designed and handcrafted in the USA
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Hamon - a high contrast dual hardness heat-treat inspired by ancient Japanese blademaking
- Rockwell C: The dark area along the edge is the hardest (Rockwell C 63-64) part of the blade, and the lighter area on the flat and spine is tempered much softer (Rockwell C 20-25)
- Fuller line along blade
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3/16" 80CRV2 German-made steel - proven strength, toughness and edge retention
- Heat treated in-house for maximum toughness, durability and edge-holding capability
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Polished Arizona Ironwood handle, overlaid with black cotton silk wrap
- Custom fitted stitched leather sheath
- Handmade stainless and brass mosaic pins
- Sleek top bevel for balance and penetration
- Lifetime free re-sharpen included
- Protected by Dawson Knives’ Common Sense Guarantee
Blade: 13 5/8"
Overall: 19 7/8"
