This is a vintage folding knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai circa 1950s. Blades are stainless steel while the handle is synthetic, measuring 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 unsharpened edge with handing wear. Slight gapping in liner. Tarnish in nail marks and on handle. Pins slightly stick out. Scratching on blades. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1950s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3.25 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
2" long |
|
Handle: |
Synthetic Handle |
| Additional Notes: |
Vintage Pocket Knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
2 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
