Olé! Here's a bit of matador history in a vintage Japanese-crafted pocket knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai, circa 1950s. It measures 4" long closed and features a synthetic handle with a matador design and a stainless steel blade. Yasuo was the father to one of Seki, Japan's finest craftsmen, Seizo Imai.
| Brand/Model: |
Yasuo Imai Matador |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage original factory edge with light handling wear. Cracks in handle around front pins. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1950s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3.87 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
2.87" long |
|
Handle: |
Synthetic |
| Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
