This is a vintage Japanese crafted pocket knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai, circa 1950s. It measures 4" long closed and features a synthetic handle and a stainless steel blade. 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: |
Original factory edge with light handling wear/staining. Blade has nicks on it like it was used, but knife doesn't appear to have been sharpened. Screwdriver REALLY hard to open. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1950s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
4 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
2.87" long |
|
Handle: |
Synthetic |
| Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage knife. |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
2 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
