This is a vintage Japanese crafted pocket knife made in Seki, Japan by Seizo Imai, circa 1970s. It measures 4" long closed and features a wood handle and a hi-stainless steel blades (this indicated a high carbon stainless steel). This is a prototype with the original factory sample sticker on it. After Seizo's passing, several vintage old stock models were found at his warehouse. This is one of these rare finds.
| Brand/Model: |
Seizo Imai Pocket Knife |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage original factory edge with handling wear and tarnish. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1970s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
4 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
3" long |
|
Handle: |
Wood |
| Additional Notes: |
Nice vintage knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
4 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
