This is a vintage folding knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai circa 1950s. Blade is stainless steel while the handle is synthetic with mermaid designs, measuring 5.62" 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: |
Mermaid Prototype |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage original factory edge with light handling wear, tarnish. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1950s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
5.62 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
4.5" long |
|
Handle: |
Synthetic |
| Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
