Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives

[Ivoryman]

Another fine import from Japan, few years old and don't know if it was made in Seki, but like Moki in quality pretty much.

[kennedy knives]

A Few Mcusta a couple that limited all Damascus
The first one is 4th Edition July 2008 Model LMC 2201D Mt Fuji Wave Design By Hokusai Katsushika VG-10 Damascus of 33 layers
Stainless Steel Handle with Cocobolo wood insert

The Second one is Model LMC-1211/1311 Ginkgo/Pine Leaves 1 of 80 Serial # 23 . VG-10 Damascus . Cocobolo Handle with Turquoise inlay on Ginkgo Leaf

The Third one is Model MC-0076D with 33 layers of Nickel Damascus Steel and VG-10 Core . Handles of Staminawood . Anodized Pivot Pin with special oiled washed system

[Sharpnshinyknives]

I will add an AL-Mar Nice Bowie & a Couple Of Sere IV Fixed Blades Model 3004

Gary, I forgot I hadn’t responded on this latest post. Those are some more beauties. My appreciation for Al Mar has gone over the top after seeing these here. When I search on eBay for Al Mar, I am impressed w/ how many there are out there, and more than a little surprised at the high prices on these. These Al Mars have and hold value very well. I was outbid the other day on what would have been my first Al Mar, and was very disappointed. I am taking an opportunistic approach to my Al Mar buys. Concentrating hard on acquiring all the Mcusta MC-3 series of knives. Picked up 2 more last night and will post those when they arrive. 4 down 3 to go.
Keep the Seki made knives coming!
SSk

Which one's are you looking for my be able to help [/quote

Gary, Thank you, I have found these for sale, just not at a good price. I appreciate any help. MC-31D Kasumi, MC-34C Tsuchi, and MC-37C Yoroi. They should be in that order in the photos. The last one is expensive and tends to run 30-50 dollars higher than the others. I got one of the others last night for 83, which is about half what they usually run and the other I found for 115 about 40 less than usual. 36D and 32D.
That seller has the 35D mistakenly listed as the 36D for 115, he had two knives at that price. The 35D is the last photo I have posted, here is the listing on eBay if anyone is interested. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Mcusta-Seki-Ta ... SwF5hb3Zr7
I think 115 is a very good price for that one. If I were listing it, I would have it set at 150. I know a few have commented on this one when I posted it last week.
Thanks again,
SSk

[Quick Steel]

Gary, Beautiful knives to state the obvious. Truly artistic.

[Sharpnshinyknives]

A Few Mcusta a couple that limited all Damascus

Those are all three really nice ones. That Wave is ingenious and beautiful. Have you seen the Mcusta w/ the Koi? At least two of those are limited production run and very expensive,that Wave and the one w/ the Gingko leaf. Very nice. You have the most impressive collection of Seki made knives I have ever seen. I’m so envious.
SSk

[kennedy knives]

A Few Mcusta a couple that limited all Damascus

Those are all three really nice ones. That Wave is ingenious and beautiful. Have you seen the Mcusta w/ the Koi? At least two of those are limited production run and very expensive,that Wave and the one w/ the Gingko leaf. Very nice. You have the most impressive collection of Seki made knives I have ever seen. I’m so envious.
SSk

The one you show should be a number piece a rare one also

[Sharpnshinyknives]

Another fine import from Japan, few years old and don't know if it was made in Seki, but like Moki in quality pretty much.

Ivoryman, That stag is beautiful. It looks very similar to Moki. The stag reminds me of some I have seen on some Al Mars. Nice!
SSk

[S2K]

Another fine import from Japan, few years old and don't know if it was made in Seki, but like Moki in quality pretty much.

Good looking knife ivoryman. Is there a mark side tang stamp?

[Ivoryman]

Both stamps

[S2K]

Well, that makes sense. Nice having one of Mr. Russell's right now.

[Sharpnshinyknives]

Both stamps

I thought that was an A.G. Russell. I am really liking those red spacers.
SSk

[Sharpnshinyknives]

This eBay seller has no track record, but has some pretty amazing knives for sale. I contacted her and asked where the knives came from. She told me that her deceased father was a collector. There are several Mcustas, a William Henry, Chris Reeves and this Dew Hara from Seki and others.
I have been in love w/ Master Koji Hara and his son Dew’s knives for a long time. Some think the style is too aggressive, but I like them. This is a knife I hadn’t seen before and it’s pretty amazing. She is starting this one at 1045 w/ a buy it now for 1500. That’s a bit high but right in line w/ full retail, on the starting price.
So what do you think? Like it or not? I know no one likes the price but I’m asking about whether you like the style?
SSk

[Quick Steel]

Unfortunately, the photo cannot be enlarged, but I like it.

[S2K]

Beautiful, and FF to die for no doubt. I'd have to live with that one for a while to know for sure, but right off I don't care for the thumb stud. What's the handles made from?

[Ivoryman]

Both stamps

I thought that was an A.G. Russell. I am really liking those red spacers.
SSk

Thanks. That's the one thing that doesn't do much for me incidentally. It's a fabulous knife and great antler, action and pull is amazing, centering middle, love the liners, bolster, lock up is typical of Moki and Seki stuff so very tight and solid, and a fabulous knife, just a bit thick in the stag department if you know what I mean. And if you like it and horse trading PM me and it could be yours.

[Sharpnshinyknives]

Beautiful, and FF to die for no doubt. I'd have to live with that one for a while to know for sure, but right off I don't care for the thumb stud. What's the handles made from?

The description says Duralumin. It doesn’t say what the black material is. I would guess either buffalo horn or Micarta.
SSk

[Sharpnshinyknives]

2 more in the MC-3 series. Thanks to Gary Kennedy I will have the last 3 in this series next week. These two I got on eBay. To my surprise the second one has the smoothest action of all 4 that I have. It’s also the least expensive. The oiled washer is smooth by itself, but this one is especially smooth. And the linerlock is much easier to work.
The first one is interesting in that this 33 layer Damascus handle is sawcut, which gives it a very good grip.
Looking forward to the last 3 arriving.
By the way, if there is a Seki made knife you are interested in, I would recommend Gary, he can find anything.
SSk

[Quick Steel]

Beautiful knives Mark. Did I say beautiful? How about gorgeous? You are building a tremendous collection. Congratulations.

[Sharpnshinyknives]

Beautiful knives Mark. Did I say beautiful? How about gorgeous? You are building a tremendous collection. Congratulations.

Thanks QS. I thought it would take me a lot longer than this to get them all. Got lucky on two and Gary got me a great deal on the last of the 7. The last group of knives that I went after all that were made were those Case Ivory knives where I bought all 6 w/ matching serial numbers.
I wonder what I will go after next? I think I better start accumulating Al Mar next. I still don’t have any. I will enjoy that hunt too.
Hope we see some more posts on this thread. Just reviewed the entire thread and I love this thread.
SSK

[Sharpnshinyknives]

Here is an unusual knife. Wondered if anyone knows anything about this? It’s listed on eBay and there isn’t much info with the listing. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nakayama-Hidet ... Sw9bdaymS0
It’s very unusual design. The fit and finish doesn’t strike me as right, especially for the price. The pins are sticking out and the blade/spring meet up doesn’t look tight at all.
Anyone know anything about this?
SSk

[kennedy knives]

Here's a couple of Mcusta Tactility Elite in Damascus top one handle in Cocobolo Wood Model MC122DR. Bottom one Handle Ironwood Model MC128D .
I use one as my EDC holds a great edge

[Quick Steel]

It was hard to pick a favorite from these two....just for fun. But finally settled on the Iron wood. Both great looking knives. Obvious quality.

[Sharpnshinyknives]

It was hard to pick a favorite from these two....just for fun. But finally settled on the Iron wood. Both great looking knives. Obvious quality.

QS, I agree. It’s hard to find any wood that beats Ironwood.
Gary, there’s going to be someone we both know who will go Gaga over those two. Both are very nice. Very nice indeed.
SSk

[Cletus Awreetus]

QS, I agree. It’s hard to find any wood that beats Ironwood.
Gary, there’s going to be someone we both know who will go Gaga over those two. Both are very nice. Very nice indeed.
SSk[/quote]


lol, couldn't agree more so, done-done-and done! thx guys!!!

[Sharpnshinyknives]

QS, I agree. It’s hard to find any wood that beats Ironwood.
Gary, there’s going to be someone we both know who will go Gaga over those two. Both are very nice. Very nice indeed.
SSk

lol, couldn't agree more so, done-done-and done! thx guys!!![/quote]

You’re welcome Steve. Gary Kennedy at Kennedyknives is the man.
SSk