This is an original Olsen OK 157 pocket knife made in Seki, Japan between circa 1978-1982. In the late 1970s, Olsen teamed up with Seizo Imai to produce models in Japan and this was one of these knives. It features a stainless steel blade, bone handle, and nickle silver bolsters. It is marked "Olsen Ok 157 - H.C., MI" (Howard City) on the front and on the back is "Stainless Steel Japan". This is a great vintage clasp at 4.25" long closed. Highly collectible, yet usable. Acquired direct from the closed factory of Seizo Imai and in storage for nearly four decades, this is a rare chance to own unused old stock from a bygone era.
| Brand/Model: |
Olsen 157 |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage unfinished knife. Left the factory with unsharpened blade. Handles and bolsters are unfinished. Blade has slight side to side movement and may need adjustment. Locking lever rests high when blade in closed position. Otherwise works well. |
| Year Produced: |
1978-1982 |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
4.25 " long |
| Blade Material: |
440 Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
3.25" long |
|
Handle: |
Bovine Bone (Bos taurus) |
| Additional Notes: |
Vintage Folding Knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Lockback |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
