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Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Thu Nov 14, 2019 6:43 pm
by 1967redrider
I've got his big bro, comes in around 4 5/8".
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Thu Nov 14, 2019 7:18 pm
by Sharpnshinyknives
That’s considerable bigger. I’m hunting for all of them at this point. I bet these make good EDC knives. I like a locking blade on any knife I carry and use. That’s a nice one you have there.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Sat Nov 16, 2019 2:42 pm
by kennedy knives
Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Wed Nov 13, 2019 9:45 pm
When I set my attention on something to collect I don’t let moss grow under my feet. Here is another Cattaraugus from A.G.Russell’s KCC. This one is a toothpick. Has an interesting bolster lock. Not the bolster lock that moves the entire bolster but part of the bolster is moveable into a locking position on the blade. I like it but it’s a little difficult to move, unlock most liner locks. It also has the mirror polish on the back-springs, which I love. This is a small toothpick at 3” closed OAL. Again impeccable fit and finish.
I like the bolster lock

Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Sat Nov 16, 2019 2:45 pm
by kennedy knives
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Sun Nov 17, 2019 11:39 pm
by WillyCamaro
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 2:10 am
by 1967redrider
I think Robeson first came up with the bolster lock toothpick/powder horn, but Charlie would know more about that.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 4:12 pm
by kennedy knives
1967redrider wrote: ↑Mon Nov 18, 2019 2:10 am
I think Robeson first came up with the bolster lock toothpick/powder horn, but Charlie would know more about that.
Would be nice if someone could post one for viewing

Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 4:17 pm
by 1967redrider
kennedy knives wrote: ↑Mon Nov 18, 2019 4:12 pm
1967redrider wrote: ↑Mon Nov 18, 2019 2:10 am
I think Robeson first came up with the bolster lock toothpick/powder horn, but Charlie would know more about that.
Would be nice if someone could post one for viewing
Here's a link to the Robeson Tickler with bolster lock-
viewtopic.php?f=93&t=61441&p=720461&hil ... ck#p720461
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 4:57 pm
by kennedy knives
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 8:15 pm
by kennedy knives
What's up can't get this post moved up?????? Mark did you make someone mad?????
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Nov 18, 2019 8:58 pm
by Sharpnshinyknives
Gary, not that I am aware, but it wouldn’t be the first time I was oblivious to how I sounded, acted or wrote. Just ask my wife.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Fri Nov 29, 2019 1:12 am
by 1967redrider
Do Kai made Kershaws fit in here?

Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Fri Nov 29, 2019 2:29 am
by Sharpnshinyknives
Think so. If they say Seki or Japan on the tang, then yes for sure.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Thu Dec 05, 2019 9:18 am
by KenHash
sharpnshinyknives,
Very nice thread you have going. It's nice to see people appreciate knives from Seki. Great photos from everyone.
Ken
http://hattoricollector.com
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Thu Dec 05, 2019 12:05 pm
by Sharpnshinyknives
KenHash wrote: ↑Thu Dec 05, 2019 9:18 am
sharpnshinyknives,
Very nice thread you have going. It's nice to see people appreciate knives from Seki. Great photos from everyone.
Ken
http://hattoricollector.com
Thanks Ken and welcome aboard. Glad this thread caught your eye. I’m working on piecing together a bit more history on Moki and Mcusta. From the link you posted I can tell you may be someone who has a collection of Seki knives. Hope you will feel free to post you Knives here, especially if you have some of Master Hattori’s work in your collection.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2019 5:07 am
by KenHash
Thank you but I am no longer actively collecting, having amassed a huge collection of Hattori knives both OEM and own brand. The knives I did own are all used on my website.
Regarding the post above with the Kershaw 1030 and 1050, those are from the first series introduced in 1974. When I met Mr Hattori in Seki several years ago he showed me a 1970 Gerber 5xx series fixed blade which Pete Kershaw had sent him to use as a design basis for his new line of knives. This is before Kai became the owner of Kershaw Knives.
http://hattoricollector.com/2015/09/24/the-kershaws/
The1050 continues to be made from time to time, as the H-51 standard in VG10 and also as a limited Cowry-X version.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Sun Dec 08, 2019 12:25 pm
by Sharpnshinyknives
KenHash wrote: ↑Sun Dec 08, 2019 5:07 am
Thank you but I am no longer actively collecting, having amassed a huge collection of Hattori knives both OEM and own brand. The knives I did own are all used on my website.
Regarding the post above with the Kershaw 1030 and 1050, those are from the first series introduced in 1974. When I met Mr Hattori in Seki several years ago he showed me a 1970 Gerber 5xx series fixed blade which Pete Kershaw had sent him to use as a design basis for his new line of knives. This is before Kai became the owner of Kershaw Knives.
http://hattoricollector.com/2015/09/24/the-kershaws/
The1050 continues to be made from time to time, as the H-51 standard in VG10 and also as a limited Cowry-X version.
Great information Ken. Would you mind sharing your website? Are you selling any knives from your collection?
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Wed Dec 11, 2019 11:56 am
by KenHash
Sorry, I'm no longer selling as I'm not in the U.S. anymore.
Not sure what you mean by "share my site", as anyone can access it.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Wed Dec 11, 2019 12:08 pm
by Sharpnshinyknives
KenHash wrote: ↑Wed Dec 11, 2019 11:56 am
Sorry, I'm no longer selling as I'm not in the U.S. anymore.
Not sure what you mean by "share my site", as anyone can access it.
Ken, what is the web address? Can you post a link to it?
Thanks
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Fri Dec 13, 2019 12:26 am
by KenHash
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Sat Dec 14, 2019 5:59 am
by knife7knut
Beretta Seki City
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Sat Dec 14, 2019 4:49 pm
by Quick Steel
Thinking that design is very interesting, very unusual, and it appears well made. Knives of this size don't usually draw my attention, but this one definitely does.

Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Dec 16, 2019 1:18 am
by Sharpnshinyknives
knife7knut wrote: ↑Sat Dec 14, 2019 5:59 am
Beretta Seki City
This is an interesting pattern, you are seeing more knives this size and style now a days. I have one of similar design and I am surprised at how handy this size blade is for a lot of everyday tasks.
Thanks for sharing.
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Dec 16, 2019 1:38 am
by knife7knut
Sharpnshinyknives wrote: ↑Mon Dec 16, 2019 1:18 am
knife7knut wrote: ↑Sat Dec 14, 2019 5:59 am
Beretta Seki City
This is an interesting pattern, you are seeing more knives this size and style now a days. I have one of similar design and I am surprised at how handy this size blade is for a lot of everyday tasks.
Thanks for sharing.
This is a very well made knife that I bought many years ago(at least 25).
Re: Moki, Mcusta, Al Mar and other Seki Made Knives
Posted: Mon Dec 16, 2019 1:42 am
by Quick Steel
I have just recently become aware that there is a new genre of knives called "neo-traditional." These are slip-joint with a more modern style or vibe to them. I believe the following is the only one I have that fits the category. I was going to suggest a thread for showing any of the new style knives, but there may be insufficient numbers as yet to warrant a separate thread. Any thoughts?