This is a stunning vintage knife made in Seki, Japan by Seizo Imai circa 1980. It features a brass handle with hardwood inlay and polished 440 stainless steel blade. Blade has a tight lockup and good snap. 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: |
Explorer Small Gentleman |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage new old stock, unused original factory edge, may have light signs of aging such as tarnish on the brass/light handling wear. Original Explorer box, but not marked for this model |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1980 |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
2.75" long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
2" long |
|
Handle: |
Hardwood inlay with Brass bolsters |
| Additional Notes: |
Original Explorer box, but not marked for this model |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Lockback |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Manual |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
| CA Prop 65 Warning: |
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WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - 