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This is a vintage Explorer Squire I 11-381 lockback folding knife, made in Seki, Japan, and officially imported by the Gutmann/Taylor Cutlery lines in the 1970s–’80s. It features a 440 stainless steel blade, nickel-silver bolsters, and black Micarta/Delrin scales. It’s a high-quality Japanese-made knife from the era — a collectible Buck-style folder from Seki city’s noted makers.
Blade shows light surface scratching from normal carry and sharpening.
Handle scales are tight with no cracks or chips; bolsters show minor surface patina.
Lockback action is solid with no play.
Good edge retention; you may wish to hone it lightly before use.
Comes as-is (no box or sheath) unless otherwise stated.
Please note: All of my knives are pre-owned and will naturally show signs of age and use. You may notice light scratches on the blades or scales, or small dents and nicks on the handles. Please do not expect them to appear brand new.
In some cases where I have multiple quantities, the photos may serve as a representative example and not the exact knife you will receive.
Each knife is given a brief external cleaning when needed and a touch of oil if the tools feel overly stiff. I don?t dive into frames with toothpicks or polishing agents ? these knives are essentially sold in the condition they were found. I do not disassemble, polish, or restore them, nor do I apply any factory-style refinishing. The blades are not sharpened; given the volume of knives I sell, it would simply be impossible to do so for each one.
What you receive is an honest, unaltered example of a genuine Victorinox (or equivalent) knife, preserved as found.
