This is a knife blade blank made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan for Rigid circa 1980s. It measures 5/32" thick and is 13.5" long overall and the blade measures 9.125" long. Comes with original brass guard (will require filing to fit). Tak Fukuta was the first Japanese member of the American Kife 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-33 Blade |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock unfinished blade blank, may have light handling wear/staining, needs sharpened, comes with original brass guard |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 1980s |
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Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
13.5 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
9.125" long |
|
Handle: |
Hidden tang design |
| Additional Notes: |
Comes with original guard |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
