STAINLESS STEEL arrow 22cm Japanese Rizzuto Style Step bolster automatic knife

Vintage STAINLESS STEEL arrow 22cm Japanese Rizzuto Style Step bolster automatic knife without swing guards. The knife measures 22.2cm (8.75 inches) open and 4 7/8 inches closed with brass liners, button, pins and safety with nickel silver bolsters. The bayonet blade is 100% full with original finish with some light scratches from opening & closing (cycling) and the ricasso is stamped STAINLESS STEEL under picture of an Arrow. The black synthetic scales are in excellent condition with some light handling scuffs. The knife works great with blade tip deep and centered closed, strong snap and excellent lockup with just a hint of movement at the tip. Does not rattle when shaken with blade open except the button. Safety works. EX+ condition.