This is a factory sample prototype tanto made in Seki, Japan circa 1980s. It comes with the factory sample stickers on the knife and sheath. Believed to have been made by Tak Fukuta as a prototype for Parker. An excellent quality knife, it is similar in design to the Cold Steel tanto. The blade measures 3/16" thick. The cord wrapping is tight, has a little residue behind guard. Comes with black leather sheath.
| Brand/Model: |
Tanto Prototype |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock, original factory edge. With handling wear/tarnish |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 1980s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
11.625 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless steel |
| Blade Length: |
6" long |
|
Handle: |
Full tang, cord wrapped |
| Additional Notes: |
Comes with Leather Sheath |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: | |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
right-handed |
