This is a scarce knife made in Seki, Japan by Seizo Imai for Condor circa early 1980s. It features a sturdy 1/8" thick AUS-8 stainless steel blade with micarta handle. The Imai made Condor predates the Secnos versions which came towards the end of Condor production. Seizo Imai was one Seki, Japan's finest craftsmen and most famous knifemakers of the modern era. His collaboration with Parker spanned nearly two decades. He made knives for Parker, Frost, Browning, Explorer, Compass, Condor, and many others, including his own brands Imax and Seizo Imai. His custom Loveless style knives are works of art. After his passing, several vintage old stock models were found at his warehouse. This is one of these rare finds.
| Brand/Model: |
Condor 82SSG |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Original unused factory edge. With minor blemish on handle, no condor etch. Comes with Condor sheath (rust on snaps but works). Strong/binding backspring and difficult to unlock and blade action is tight and has little to no spring/snap action. |
| Year Produced: |
early 1980s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
4.5 " long |
| Blade Material: |
AUS-8 Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
3" long |
|
Handle: |
Micarta |
| Additional Notes: |
Comes with sheath |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Lockback |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
