This is a vintage folding knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai circa 1950s. Featuring stainless steel blades and synthetic handle, it measures 3.25" 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 bad sharpening job with handling wear/tarnish/rust. Small blade rubs against big when closing so needs help to close all the way. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1950s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3.25 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless steel |
| Blade Length: |
2.5" long |
|
Handle: |
Synthetic |
| Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage find |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
2 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
