Compass Industries

Vintage 1970s Open Road Seizo Imai Seki Japan 3.25" Wood Folding Lockback Knife

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Description

Description

This is a rare vintage folding knife from circa 1970s made in Seki, Japan for Open Road, by Seizo Imai. Comes in Explorer box from same era. Seizo Imai was one Seki, Japan's finest craftsmen and most famous knifemakers of the modern era. His collaboration with Parker spanned nearly two decades. He made knives for Parker, 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:

Premier Folding Pocket

Made in:

Japan

Condition:

Vintage original factory edge with handling wear/tarnish/aging. Comes with box.

Year Produced:

Circa 1970s

Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length:

3.25 " long

Blade Material:

Stainless Steel

Blade Length:

2.25" long

Handle:

Wood

Additional Notes:

Nice vintage knife

Knife Type:

Folding Knife

Number of Blades:

1

Lock Type:

Lockback

Opening Mechanism:

Manual

Dexterity:

Ambidextrous

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SKU:
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