This is a vintage folding knife "First Monday" made in Seki, Japan by Seizo Imai for Parker. The stag is nicely matched on this knife. 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.
| Brand/Model: |
Parker Imai First Monday Knife |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Original unused factory edge, light handling wear. Secondary blades are tight with no snap closing, may improve with oil and use |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 1980s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3.5 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
2.75" long |
|
Handle: |
Stag |
| Additional Notes: |
Nickel Silver Bolsters |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
3 |
| Lock Type: |
Slipjoint |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
