This is a Loveless inspired knife blade blank made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan for Explorer circa 1990s. It measures 8.25" long overall and the partially serrated blade measures 3.75" long and is made of polished AUS-8 just over 1/8" thick. Comes with nickel silver bolsters attached. This blade is unmarked. 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.
| Brand/Model: |
Explorer Guthook Knife Blank |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock unfinished blade blank, light handling wear, original factory edge, with nickel silver bolster |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 1990s |
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Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
8.25 " long |
| Blade Material: |
AUS-8 |
| Blade Length: |
3.75" long |
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Handle: |
Partially serrated |
| Additional Notes: |
Great for custom project |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
