This is a scarce vintage Valor 6 point throwing star. This star measures 4.5" from point to point and each point is 1.5" long. The stainless steel construction measures a hefty 1/8" thick and has a black plastic casting around the center featuring a dragon on the front side with Japan marking. Made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan circa 1980s, these are a nice simple and sharp star. 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. These are some of these rare finds. Stock photos.