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Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sun Feb 02, 2025 3:08 am
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Quick Steel wrote: ↑Sat Feb 01, 2025 7:30 pm
Tony, I hope you can find a set which consisted of 3 knives of different lengths: 9, 5 3/4, and 4 3/4 inches. As I recall, Only about 120 sets were made give or take.
The blades are composed of 3 welded steels, san-mai.
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Garry, that would be a tremendous find! The odds are not in favor of one finding the set with only 120 being made, but
I have been blessed in getting some hard to find knives in the past. Since I started selling knives, I've met a lot of sellers/collectors
who look out for what the others are looking for. That's another thing that makes this hobby unique ... the good people you meet.
Those are some mighty fine pieces you have! Many
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sun Feb 02, 2025 3:31 am
by Quick Steel
May the force be with you, Tony.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sun Feb 02, 2025 3:41 am
by Quick Steel
Tony, there is currently a vintage set of the CS Emperor set on ebay for $2000 by foundryman.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sun Feb 02, 2025 1:29 pm
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Quick Steel wrote: ↑Sun Feb 02, 2025 3:41 am
Tony, there is currently a vintage set of the CS Emperor set on ebay for $2000 by foundryman.
That's a nice set, but 2k is a lot considering a Hattori branded can be purchased from JKD for 700. Thanks for the info ... I bookmarked it.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Tue Feb 11, 2025 1:05 am
by chickenman62
I haven't posted here lately. A Guttman Explorer, I believe made by Imai.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Tue Feb 11, 2025 12:04 pm
by Sharpnshinyknives
That’s a pretty one c-man. Nice scales on that one.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 11:37 am
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Hattori Dream Hunter
- 4" recurved hollow ground AUS-8 drop point blade with large false edge
- 8.25" OAL
- Hand contoured layered Linen Black Micarta handle with solid nickel silver Hilt and rivets
- Full tang construction with nickel silver tubelar lanyard hole
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 11:51 am
by Sharpnshinyknives
Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 11:37 am
Hattori Dream Hunter
- 4" recurved hollow ground AUS-8 drop point blade with large false edge
- 8.25" OAL
- Hand contoured layered Linen Black Micarta handle with solid nickel silver Hilt and rivets
- Full tang construction with nickel silver tubelar lanyard hole
Stunning Tony. What a good looking knife that is. Congrats.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 12:30 pm
by Quick Steel
WOW! Tony, Your Hattori is about as slick as a knife can be. I spent a couple of minutes trying to figure out just why that knife has such an outstanding appearance. Of course every portion works together, recurve blade, large false edge, beautiful handle, to name only the most obvious. But what strikes me is that, by some magic, the proportions are perfectly balanced and beautiful.
At this point, I regret to say that I am now rarely stirred by most knives even those of high quality. But this one is a great exception. A wonderful knife. It would be prudent for me to now go and check my blood pressure as I think I have fallen in love.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 2:42 pm
by doglegg
Quick Steel wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 12:30 pm
WOW! Tony, Your Hattori is about as slick as a knife can be. I spent a couple of minutes trying to figure out just why that knife has such an outstanding appearance. Of course every portion works together, recurve blade, large false edge, beautiful handle, to name only the most obvious. But what strikes me is that, by some magic, the proportions are perfectly balanced and beautiful.
At this point, I regret to say that I am now rarely stirred by most knives even those of high quality. But this one is a great exception. A wonderful knife. It would be prudent for me to now go and check my blood pressure as I think I have fallen in love.
Well said QS. Simple elegance.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 2:48 pm
by Quick Steel
Floyd, your two words said it better than all my chatter.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 3:28 pm
by Sharpnshinyknives
Quick Steel wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 12:30 pm
WOW! Tony, Your Hattori is about as slick as a knife can be. I spent a couple of minutes trying to figure out just why that knife has such an outstanding appearance. Of course every portion works together, recurve blade, large false edge, beautiful handle, to name only the most obvious. But what strikes me is that, by some magic, the proportions are perfectly balanced and beautiful.
At this point, I regret to say that I am now rarely stirred by most knives even those of high quality. But this one is a great exception. A wonderful knife. It would be prudent for me to now go and check my blood pressure as I think I have fallen in love.
Garry, I share your opinion of this beautiful knife. I think what makes it so special is that Master Hattori made it. His knives just feel and look better than most you will find. I’m smitten by his craftsmanship and have been for a long time.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 4:12 pm
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 11:51 am
Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 11:37 am
Hattori Dream Hunter
- 4" recurved hollow ground AUS-8 drop point blade with large false edge
- 8.25" OAL
- Hand contoured layered Linen Black Micarta handle with solid nickel silver Hilt and rivets
- Full tang construction with nickel silver tubelar lanyard hole
Stunning Tony. What a good looking knife that is. Congrats.
Thanks Mark!
I may not have ever come to appreciate knifemakers like Mr. Hattori, had I not joined this forum.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 4:28 pm
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Quick Steel wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 12:30 pm
WOW! Tony, Your Hattori is about as slick as a knife can be. I spent a couple of minutes trying to figure out just why that knife has such an outstanding appearance. Of course every portion works together, recurve blade, large false edge, beautiful handle, to name only the most obvious. But what strikes me is that, by some magic, the proportions are perfectly balanced and beautiful.
At this point, I regret to say that I am now rarely stirred by most knives even those of high quality. But this one is a great exception. A wonderful knife. It would be prudent for me to now go and check my blood pressure as I think I have fallen in love.
QS, I much appreciate your comments.
Your description of what you are seeing is the way the knife feels in hand.
It weighs 6.3 ounces with the heavy gauge .177" spine/tang, and balances perfectly in hand. Overall fit is perfect if I was to ever use it,
even with my big hands. I tried to find a flaw, but there are none. Mr. Hattori is the "Master" as Mark says.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 4:33 pm
by Corn Creek Cutlery
doglegg wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 2:42 pm
Quick Steel wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 12:30 pm
WOW! Tony, Your Hattori is about as slick as a knife can be. I spent a couple of minutes trying to figure out just why that knife has such an outstanding appearance. Of course every portion works together, recurve blade, large false edge, beautiful handle, to name only the most obvious. But what strikes me is that, by some magic, the proportions are perfectly balanced and beautiful.
At this point, I regret to say that I am now rarely stirred by most knives even those of high quality. But this one is a great exception. A wonderful knife. It would be prudent for me to now go and check my blood pressure as I think I have fallen in love.
Well said QS. Simple elegance.
Many thanks Floyd ... if I may call you by first name.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 6:37 pm
by doglegg
Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 4:33 pm
doglegg wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 2:42 pm
Quick Steel wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 12:30 pm
WOW! Tony, Your Hattori is about as slick as a knife can be. I spent a couple of minutes trying to figure out just why that knife has such an outstanding appearance. Of course every portion works together, recurve blade, large false edge, beautiful handle, to name only the most obvious. But what strikes me is that, by some magic, the proportions are perfectly balanced and beautiful.
At this point, I regret to say that I am now rarely stirred by most knives even those of high quality. But this one is a great exception. A wonderful knife. It would be prudent for me to now go and check my blood pressure as I think I have fallen in love.
Well said QS. Simple elegance.
Many thanks Floyd ... if I may call you by first name.
You are welcome and you may.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 10:08 pm
by knifeaddict1965
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2025 11:58 pm
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2025 4:59 am
by Madmarco
Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Thu Feb 13, 2025 11:37 am
Hattori Dream Hunter
- 4" recurved hollow ground AUS-8 drop point blade with large false edge
- 8.25" OAL
- Hand contoured layered Linen Black Micarta handle with solid nickel silver Hilt and rivets
- Full tang construction with nickel silver tubelar lanyard hole
It's you, Tony, absolutely you!
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2025 12:35 pm
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Fri Feb 21, 2025 11:46 pm
by Corn Creek Cutlery
SSK SFO Moki Kronos ANZ 433
Mcusta Shinra Classic Series MC-33D Bamboo
Many thanks Mark!
with these two!
This is my first Moki Kronos and my first Mcusta ... Seki knives are simply the
est!
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2025 1:10 am
by Sharpnshinyknives
Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Fri Feb 21, 2025 11:46 pm
SSK SFO Moki Kronos ANZ 433
Mcusta Shinra Classic Series MC-33D Bamboo
Many thanks Mark!
with these two!
This is my first Moki Kronos and my first Mcusta ... Seki knives are simply the
est!
Thanks again Tony. Your pictures are much better than mine, those two look fantastic.
I honestly don’t think you can find a better made knife for the money than Moki and Mcusta. When I compare them to custom knives I own and have owned, they are at that level of quality for a whole lot less than a custom knife costs.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2025 4:04 am
by Madmarco
Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Fri Feb 21, 2025 11:46 pm
SSK SFO Moki Kronos ANZ 433
Mcusta Shinra Classic Series MC-33D Bamboo
Many thanks Mark!
with these two!
This is my first Moki Kronos and my first Mcusta ... Seki knives are simply the
est!
You have it right that those 2 brands are the
est, Tony, I have both knives plus a couple other models by those makers, and am always looking out for more I can afford. Is the bamboo the larger that's made with powdered steel, (about 8") or the shorter (about 6 1/2") version? Thx!
Great catch, buddy!
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2025 11:45 am
by Corn Creek Cutlery
Madmarco wrote: ↑Sat Feb 22, 2025 4:04 am
Corn Creek Cutlery wrote: ↑Fri Feb 21, 2025 11:46 pm
SSK SFO Moki Kronos ANZ 433
Mcusta Shinra Classic Series MC-33D Bamboo
Many thanks Mark!
with these two!
This is my first Moki Kronos and my first Mcusta ... Seki knives are simply the
est!
You have it right that those 2 brands are the
est, Tony, I have both knives plus a couple other models by those makers, and am always looking out for more I can afford. Is the bamboo the larger that's made with powdered steel, (about 8") or the shorter (about 6 1/2") version? Thx!
Great catch, buddy!
It is the short version ... looking for the larger, like you said, at an affordable price.
Re: Other Seki Made
Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2025 5:48 pm
by Quick Steel
Tony, in your pursuit of excellence I believe you have hit two home runs. Congratulations my friend.