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Seizo Imai blade blank

This is an original unfinished knife blade blank crafted by Seizo Imai in Seki, Japan circa early 2000s. This blade has been heat treated/hardened. It is made of ATS-34 and is hollow ground. Overall length is 5" and the blade is 2.25" long. Imai bead blasted the handle and partially completed the blade. Last picture shows a similar damascus blade as completed by Imai (not included, for example only). During the latter part of his life, Imai focused on creating stunning Loveless style knives, and also sold them as knifemaking kits. This blade is the last you will find in this style from this master knifemaker. 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. 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. It is unmarked since he would engrave his name on the blade after finishing as seen in our other listings of his custom knives.

Product Highlights

  • Model: Seizo Imai blade blank
  • Condition: Unused old stock, unfinished blade blank. Bead Blasted and blade shaping is done. This blade has been heat treated/hardened.
  • Made in Japan
  • Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: 5"
  • Blade: 2.25" long, ATS-34
  • Handle: Full tang
  • Stock photos; all are in similar condition




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A member of eBay since the year 2000, ePrague Knives has helped customers find the perfect everyday-carry knife as well as the “safe queen” collectible. Based in Post Falls, Idaho, we offer new and used knives and we specialize in obtaining rare cutlery direct from Seki, Japan. Online retail requires a company that is able to bring the showroom experience to the web - we do this with superior photography, detailed descriptions, great customer service, and speedy safely packaged shipments.


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