This is a knife blade blank was made is Seki, Japan by Seizo Imai circa 2000s. It is made of VG-10 core san mai damascus that has a great looking deep etch. Seizo Imai was one of Seki, Japan's finest craftsmen and most famous knifemakers of the modern era. His collaboration with Parker spanned nearly two decades. He also made knives for Frost, Browning, Explorer, Compass, Condor, and many others, including his own brands Imax and Seizo Imai. After his passing, several vintage old stock models were found at his warehouse. This is one of these rare finds.
| Brand/Model: |
Imai Chef knife blank |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock blank. Blade has some rust/tarnish. Edge has some dings but has not been sharpened and will come clean when sharpened. |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 2000s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
13.625 " long |
| Blade Material: |
VG-10 Core Damascus |
| Blade Length: |
8.5" long |
|
Handle: |
Full tang |
| Additional Notes: |
Great for custom project |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
