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Vtg Browning 342 Imai Seki Japan 3.3" Bone AUS-8A Folding Stockman Pocket Knife

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Description

Description

This is a Japanese made Browning 342 pocket knife made in Seki, Japan by Seizo Imai circa 1980s. It has a jigged cow bone handle with nickel silver bolsters. 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.


Specs

Brand/Model:

Browning 342

Made in:

Japan

Condition:

Vintage original factory edge with handling wear/tarnish/rust/dirty. Main blade has good function. Sheepfoot blade has weak snap closing and needs pushed shut. Spey Blade has side to side movement when in the open position

Year Produced:

Circa 1980s

Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length:

3.3 " long

Blade Material:

AUS-8A Stainless Steel

Blade Length:

2.5" long

Handle:

Jigged bone (cow); nickel silver bolsters

Additional Notes:

Great vintage find!

Knife Type:

Folding Knife

Number of Blades:

3

Lock Type:

Slipjoint

Opening Mechanism:

Manual

Dexterity:

Ambidextrous

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