Early Model 12-9" #14 Grind Dennis Casey Takeshi Saji is a certified

Takeshi Saji is a certified "Traditional Master Craftsman" and the leading bladesmith in the Echizen region of Japan

Mother of pearl scales with mother of pearl Fleur-de-lis escutcheon

Black micarta handle with fine red

Ziricote wood handle

Excellent condition (there is light scratching on blade and frame)

Early Model 12-9" #14 Grind Dennis Casey Takeshi Saji is a certifiedTool steel blade Lugged brass guard Ivory micarta handle Crow's beak brass butt cap Model "A" leather sheath Dates to the between the late 1980's and the early 1990's, mint condition The Model "A" Sportsman's sheath indicates this was made before they began including a Model "C" leather sheath with this design