This is a rare USM3 style knife made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan circa 1983. 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: |
Fukuta made Parker USM3 |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Unused old stock with handling wear; made in the coarser "military issue quality finish". Guard and rattles slightly. Knife is marked "US M3" |
| Year Produced: |
circa 1983 |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
11.56 " long |
| Blade Material: |
Black Stainless Steel |
| Blade Length: |
6.5" long |
|
Handle: |
Leather |
| Additional Notes: |
Comes with leather sheath |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
Ambidextrous |
