Gerber sportsman identification

[johnjp86]

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

[Madmarco]

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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[New_Windsor_NY]

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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[johnjp86]

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!

[New_Windsor_NY]

Thank.....

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

[Madmarco]

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.

[Case V42]

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".