This is a knife blade blank made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan circa 2004. It is identical to the AG. Russell 2004 which Tak also made. This AUS-8A blank measures 11.25" long overall and the blade measures 6.5" long. Blade only, no guard. 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: |
Tak Blade Grizzly Blank |
| Made in: |
Japan |
| Condition: |
Vintage old stock blade blank, handling wear/tarnish/staining, needs sharpened. Blade is hardened/tempered |
| Year Produced: |
Circa 2004 |
|
Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: |
11.25 " long |
| Blade Material: |
AUS-8A |
| Blade Length: |
6.5" long |
|
Handle: |
Full tapered tang |
| Additional Notes: |
Great for project |
| Knife Type: |
Fixed Blade |
| Number of Blades: |
1 |
| Lock Type: | |
| Opening Mechanism: | |
| Dexterity: |
