This is a vintage Japanese crafted pocket knife made in Seki, Japan by Sizo Imai circa 1970s. It features a wood handle and stainless steel blade. This is a prototype with etchings on the blade. A great quality knife, made in the early years of modern Seki knifemaking. Comes with Parker Imai sheath.
| Brand/Model: |
Explorer Prototype |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage blade is not sharp and has lots of nicks/handling wear. Prototype with many etching sample marks. |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1970s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
4.75 " long |
| Blade Material: |
440 Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
3.5" long |
|
Handle: |
Wood |
| Additional Notes: |
Vintage Pocket Knife |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Lockback |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
