This is a knife blade blank made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan for Rigid circa 1980s. It measures 9.25" long overall and the blade measures 4.6" long. 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: |
Rigid RG-31 Blade |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock unfinished blade blank, may have light handling wear/tarnish/light rust (mainly on handle), needs sharpened. Blade is hardened |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 1980s |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
9.25 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
4.625" long |
|
Handle: |
Full tang design |
| Additional Notes: |
heavy duty blade |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
