Seizo Imai Seki Japan ATS-34 Jess Horn Lockback Folding Knife Making Blade Blank
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- IMBLD-LH
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Description
These are unfinished folding knife parts from the Seizo Imai factory in Seki, Japan made circa 1990s. The blade is rough ground and has been heat treated/hardened. It is made of ATS-34 and measures 3-7/16" long overall and measures 0.98" thick. This is the Jess Horn folder pattern, please see the last picture to see one as completed by Imai (not included). Seizo Imai was one of Seki, Japan's finest craftsmen and most famous knifemakers of the modern era. His collaboration with Parker spanned nearly two decades. He also made knives for Frost, Browning, Explorer, Compass, Condor, and many others, including his own brands Imax and Seizo Imai. His custom Loveless style knives are works of art. After his passing, several vintage old stock models were found at his warehouse. This is one of these rare finds.
Specs
Brand/Model: |
Imai blade blank |
Made in: |
Japan |
Condition: |
Unfinished old stock folding knife blade, This blade has been heat treated/hardened |
Year Produced: |
circa 1990s |
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3.4 " long |
Blade Material: |
ATS-34 |
Blade Length: |
3.4" long |
Handle: |
N/A |
Additional Notes: |
Very nice blade design |
Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
Number of Blades: |
1 |
Lock Type: |
Lockback |
Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
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Additional Info
- SKU:
- IMBLD-LH
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout