{"product_id":"vintage-sog-tomcat-1st-gen-s-m-ca-seki-japan-folding-lockback-pocketknife-90","title":"Vintage SOG Tomcat 1st Gen S.M.CA. Seki Japan Folding Lockback PocketKnife  (90)","description":"\u003cblockquote data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3715\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn excellent example of one of the earliest and most recognizable folding knives produced by \u003cstrong data-start=\"3690\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003eSOG Specialty Knives\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3717\" data-end=\"4021\"\u003eThe original SOG Tomcat was introduced during SOG's early years and earned \u003cstrong data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3844\"\u003eOverall Knife of the Year at the 1988 Blade Show\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3734\" data-content-reference-end=\"3754\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This particular example represents the desirable early \u003cstrong data-start=\"3939\" data-end=\"3985\"\u003eSanta Monica, California production period\u003c\/strong\u003e, identified by the original square:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4061\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4047\"\u003eSOG SPECIALTY KNIVES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4047\" data-end=\"4050\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4061\"\u003eS.M.CA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4063\" data-end=\"4136\"\u003emarking on one side of the blade and \u003cstrong data-start=\"4100\" data-end=\"4114\"\u003eSEKI-JAPAN\u003c\/strong\u003e on the opposite side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4138\" data-end=\"4339\"\u003eCollector documentation identifies S.M.CA.-marked Tomcats as the earliest regular-production variation, preceding the later EDM.WA. and unmarked-location versions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"4173\" data-content-reference-end=\"4205\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4341\" data-end=\"4519\"\u003eMade in Seki, Japan, the original Tomcat is known for its substantial lockback construction, sculpted Bowie-style blade, stainless bolsters and distinctive black textured handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4521\" data-end=\"4952\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4521\" data-end=\"4540\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufacturer: SOG Specialty Knives; Model: Tomcat; Generation: First Generation; Era: approximately 1988–1990; Company Marking: S.M.CA. (Santa Monica, California); Country of Manufacture: Japan; Blade Marking: SEKI-JAPAN; Blade Style: Bowie\/clip-point; Edge: Plain; Handle: Black textured synthetic; Bolsters: Stainless steel; Lock: Lockback; Opening: Nail nick\/manual; Condition: Vintage Pre-Owned \/ Excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"4954\" data-end=\"5343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4954\" data-end=\"4968\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent vintage pre-owned condition. The blade retains its original profile and finish with clear factory markings. Fine handling and surface marks are visible consistent with age and previous ownership. The blade tip remains intact and the black handle and stainless bolsters are very well preserved. Please examine all photographs carefully for exact cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5345\" data-end=\"5405\"\u003eThe knife pictured is the actual knife you will receive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"SOG","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44938430513203,"sku":"ESG0090","price":289.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/8092\/1395\/files\/SOGTomcatFront.jpg?v=1790698694","url":"https:\/\/shandonsteel.com\/products\/vintage-sog-tomcat-1st-gen-s-m-ca-seki-japan-folding-lockback-pocketknife-90","provider":"Shandon Steel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}