This is a vintage folding knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai circa 1950s. Featuring a stainless steel blade and synthetic handle, it measures 3" closed. Yasuo was the father to one of Seki, Japan's finest craftsmen, Seizo Imai. After Seizo's passing, several vintage old stock models were found at his warehouse. This is one of these rare finds.
| Brand/Model: |
Yasuo Imai Prototype |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage rough sharpening with handling wear/tarnish. One side of the handle is slightly coming off. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1950s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless steel |
| Blade Length: |
2.25" long |
|
Handle: |
Synthetic |
| Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage find |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
