This is a vintage Japanese crafted prototype pocket knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai, circa 1960s. It still has the factory proto sticker on it. 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: |
Valor Pocket Knife |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage original factory edge with light handling wear/tarnish. Blade is tight and has little snap. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1960s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
2.37" long |
|
Handle: |
Wood |
| Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Lockback |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
