ePrague Essentials–> Contact Visit Store New Items Shergrip Sea-Buoy Fishing Fillet knife This is a scarce Shergrip Sea-Buoy floating fishing knife made by Tak Fukuta in Seki, Japan circa 1970s-80s. It features a black and orange hollow handle that allows the knife to float if dropped in the water. The 5″ blade is of high quality AUS-8 high-carbon stainless steel. It comes with a black leather sheath (has blemishes). Stock photos; all are in similar condition. 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. Product Highlights Model: Shergrip Sea-Buoy Fishing Fillet knife Condition: Vintage old stock with light handling wear/aging, original unused factory edge. Leather sheath has blemish and missing top rivet so stitching can tend to unravel. Made in Japan Folder Closed, or Fixed Overall Length: 10.18″ Blade: 5″ long, AUS-8 Stainless Steel Handle: Black and Orange Composite Has Floating Handle, Comes with Black Leather Sheath About Us A member of eBay since the year 2000, ePrague Knives has helped customers find the perfect everyday-carry knife as well as the “safe queen” collectible. Based in Post Falls, Idaho, we offer new and used knives and we specialize in obtaining rare cutlery direct from Seki, Japan. Online retail requires a company that is able to bring the showroom experience to the web – we do this with superior photography, detailed descriptions, great customer service, and speedy safely packaged shipments. Newsletter Click “❤ Save This Seller” on the main product page then go to “Saved Sellers” and check the box to subscribe to newsletter. Desktop users please click the “Sign up for Newsletter” link above. Terms Laws change and vary according to location. By purchasing, you verify that you are legally able to purchase the Product and you verify that you are over the age of 18 years and are aware of and in compliance with all local, state, and federal laws. You shall be responsible to check all applicable federal, state, and local laws concerning the purchase, ownership, use, and possession of any Products sold to you by ePrague, LLC. By purchasing Product, you verify that you are of legal age (no minors), and will use the Product legally and assume all responsibility. By ordering and purchasing Product from ePrague, LLC, you agree that the Product can legally be purchased and owned by you in accordance with all federal, state, county and local laws. ePrague, LLC and its employees shall be held blameless and will not be held liable for any infraction of laws by the purchaser. ePrague, LLC will not be held liable for any injuries from any item purchased from ePrague, LLC. Contact Can’t find what you are looking for? Please contact us and we will be happy to help.
