Smith & Wesson history

[3030remchesterCOLO]

I acquired this a few decades ago and forgot about it. Seems to be good quality but know about the actual maker. Anyone have any insight?

[Reverand]

I cannot read the tang stamp clearly, does it say "Maine"?
Most of the Smith & Wesson knives that I have seen were imports, but yours looks well made. Definitely a beautiful knife!

[3030remchesterCOLO]

The knife photography leaves something to be desired. The markings are "Smith & Wesson - Custom Made". I posted this knife on the Smith & Wesson forum. Only 2 replied and they both thought these were custom built by a factory in Seki, Japan.

[Killgar]

This appears to be the same model. It says "SEKI JAPAN" on the back. It is also numbered on the back, but the number doesn't show well in the picture. I don't know why yours doesn't say "SEKI JAPAN", maybe the guy whose job it was to apply the blade etches was having a bad day and simply overlooked the back etch on your knife.

And here's where I found it-

[3030remchesterCOLO]

Thanks everyone. I bought it and forgot it and knew nothing about it.