Vtg Explorer 21-296 Seki Japan Bone Small Sting Fixed Blade Dagger Knife (Crack)
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- EXPL21-296
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Description
This is a scarce Explorer dagger made by Tak Fukuta circa 1980 for Explorer. It features a stainless steel blade and bone handle (has small cracks, see pictures) and brass guard/pins (may have tarnish). Tak Fukuta was the first Japanese member of the American Knife Maker's Guild, and apprentice to Bob Loveless. He hand crafted fine quality knives that impressed his mentor. Over the years, his factory in Seki, Japan also produced knives for Parker, Valor, Gutmann, Explorer, Frost, and Browning among others. After his passing, several vintage old stock models were found at his warehouse. This knife is one of these rare finds.
Specs
Brand/Model: |
Explorer 21-296 Boot knife |
Made in: |
Japan |
Condition: |
Unused Old Stock with small crack as pictured (may have light blemish/shop wear or aging signs.) |
Year Produced: |
circa 1980 |
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
6.63 " long |
Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
Blade Length: |
3.38" long |
Handle: |
Smooth cow bone |
Additional Notes: |
This knife is very similar to the smaller A.G. Russell Sting, also produced around the same era. Comes with brown leather sheath, marked "Japan" |
Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
Number of Blades: |
1 |
Lock Type: | |
Opening Mechanism: | |
Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
CA Prop 65 Warning: |
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Additional Info
- SKU:
- EXPL21-296
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout