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Can anyone help me identify this Gerber knife? I haven't seen another with the six point star engraved on the handle. Thank you!

My first impression, John, is that the star was carved in there by the previous owner, I highly doubt it came from the factory like that.

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johnjp86 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 30, 2023 7:34 pm Can.....

I rceived the two Gerber pocket knives, posted below, as awards for my attendance AND a service anniversary with Pacific Bell. That "star" is or was the Pacific Bell/Pacific Telesis logo. I do not remember exactly when, but I received them in 1984-1985.
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Thank you for your reply. I was leaning towards your answer the more I scoured the Internet. I would also like to know, how to find the exact year this model was made. Thank you!

johnjp86 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 30, 2023 11:01 pm Thank.....

You're welcome. Sorry, I can't help you with any other information.

My apologies for the misinformation I posted, John, at least someone had the correct facts for you.
It just didn't look like something that would be on that knife, IMO.

Gerber produced the "Folding Sportsman" series from 1974 through 1997 in three sizes. Yours is the smallest (FS-1) and was produced 76-97. At some point during that span Gerber changed the blade grind, but I don't know just when. It is interesting to note that New Windsor NY's knives exhibit the two different grinds. He states he received both knives 1984-85, so perhaps the change occurred shortly prior to then.
The FS-1 was used extensively for promotions and awards. Many are found with 10 and 14 carat gold emblems, and in jewelry cases marked "O C Tanner".