This is a knife blade blank made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan for Rigid circa 1980s. One of his most popular Rigid designs, this is a fighting bowie version and the blade is just under 1/4" thick. It measures 12" long overall and the blade measures 7.5" long. 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-45 Blade |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock unfinished blade blank, may have light handling wear, needs sharpened, comes with original guard (need fitting) |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 1980s |
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Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
12 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
7.5" long |
|
Handle: |
Hidden tang design |
| Additional Notes: |
Comes with original guard |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
