This is a heavy duty vintage folding knife made in Seki, Japan by Seizo Imai circa 1980s for Parker. Seizo Imai was one of 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.
| Brand/Model: |
Parker Folding Red Teardrop Knife |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Original unused factory edge with light handling wear |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1980s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
4.125 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
3.125" long |
|
Handle: |
Red Jigged Bovine Bone (Bos taurus); Nickel Silver bolsters |
| Additional Notes: |
Beautiful Knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
2 |
| Lock Type: |
Lockback |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
