Vintage 1980s Frost Tak Fukuta Seki Japan Prototype Fixed 4" Blade Boot Knife
- SKU:
- EP-F320
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Description
This is an unmarked factory sample prototype of a Frost dagger, made in Seki, Japan by Tak Fukuta circa 1980s. The handles are colorful dymondwood and surgical steel blade. Sheath is a synthetic material. 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: |
Frost Prototype |
Made in: |
Japan |
Condition: |
Vintage factory sample with handling wear/staining/rust. |
Year Produced: | |
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
7.75 " long |
Blade Material: |
Surgical stainless |
Blade Length: |
4" long |
Handle: |
Dymondwood with integral guard |
Additional Notes: |
With sheath |
Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
Number of Blades: | |
Lock Type: | |
Opening Mechanism: | |
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Additional Info
- SKU:
- EP-F320
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout