Vintage Takao Fukuta C.I. Commando Fixed Blade Boot Knife 5" 440 Satin Double Edge Dagger Blade, Stacked Leather Handle, Kydex Sheath - TE59TAK_F

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XTTE59TAKF: Takao Fukuta C.I. Commando Fixed Blade Boot Knife

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The Takao Fukuta C.I. Commando Boot Knife is a remarkable piece of vintage cutlery history, showcasing the elite craftsmanship of Seki City, Japan's golden era. While many may not immediately recognize his name, Takao Fukuta crafted legendary handmade blades for iconic 1980s brands like Valor, Fury, Parker Brothers, Compass Industries, and AG Russell. Having served an apprenticeship under the legendary Bob Loveless - the "god of knives" - Fukuta was the first Japanese maker accepted into the American Knife Guild. This "Commando" model is a spectacular example of his inherited skill, recently uncovered from a workshop where it sat undisturbed since the 1980s.

Forged with a symmetrical five-inch dagger profile, the blade features a satin finish that highlights the precision of its grinds. Unlike common mass-produced pieces from the era, the handle scales are stacked leather, accented by a clean metallic guard and a steel butt cap that delivers an incredibly robust, secure grip. Paired with a modern, upgraded custom Kydex sheath made in the USA for secure, low-profile carry, this vintage boot knife stands out as both a rare collector's treasure and a timeless tactical tool built to last.

This knife is authentic "vintage new old stock," handmade in Seki City, Japan, during the 1980s by Master Knifemaker Takao Fukuta. It was produced for the historic American import brand C.I. (Compass Industries), and bears the clean, original "C.I. Japan" stamp directly on the blade, marking its exact birthplace during the golden age of Japanese cutlery.