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Vtg '80s United 398 Skinner Tak Fukuta Seki Japan Fixed 2.2" Blade Hunting Knife

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Description

Description

This is a small skinner made in Seki, Japan by Tak Fukuta for United, circa 1980s. It features a wood handle and stainless steel blade. 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 is one of these rare finds.


Specs

Brand/Model:

United Cutlery US398

Made in:

Japan

Condition:

Vintage old stock with original unused factory edge. Minor blemish/handling wear/tarnish. Comes with leather sheath

Year Produced:

1980s

Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length:

5 " long

Blade Material:

Stainless Steel

Blade Length:

2.25" long

Handle:

Wood

Additional Notes:

Comes with leather sheath

Knife Type:

Fixed Blade

Number of Blades:

1

Lock Type:

Opening Mechanism:

Dexterity:

Ambidextrous

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