Olé! Here's a bit of matador history in a vintage Japanese-crafted pocket knife made in Seki, Japan by Yasuo Imai, circa 1950s. It measures 3.75" long closed and features a synthetic handle with a matador design and a stainless steel blade. Yasuo was the father to one of Seki, Japan's finest craftsmen, Seizo Imai. After Seizo's passing, several vintage old stock models were found at his warehouse. This is one of these rare finds.
| Brand/Model: |
Yasuo Imai Prototype |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock, original factory edge with light handling wear/aging, may have rust. Blade does not close completely. |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 1950s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
3.75 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
2.87" long |
|
Handle: |
Synthetic |
| Additional Notes: | |
| Knife Type: |
Folding Knife |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: |
Lockback |
| Opening Mechanism: |
Automatic |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
