Vintage 1985 Fight’n Rooster Frank Buster “Cattleman” Pocket Knife Wood Handles For Sale

Up for sale is a vintage 1985 Fight’n Rooster “Cattleman” pocket knife by Frank Buster Celebrated Cutlery, made in Germany (Solingen / Olbertz factory era).
Key features visible in the photos:
• Blade etched “CATTLEMAN 1985” with decorative scrollwork and a cattle/livestock scene
• Ricasso marked “FIGHTIN’ KNIFE” (or similar Fight’n Rooster marking)
• Tang stamped “FRANK BUSTER CELEBRATED CUTLERY GERMANY”
• Dark wood scales
• Nickel silver or steel bolsters
• Never Carried
This is from the desirable mid-1980s “Celebrated Cutlery” period of Frank “Cuz” Buster’s Fight’n Rooster line (roughly 1982–1994 stamps). These German-made knives are well-regarded for fit, finish, and carbon-steel blades that take a keen edge.
Condition (please study the photos carefully — they are part of the description):
• Blade shows etching wear, some surface discoloration/tarnish, and light marks consistent with age and use
• Wood scales have normal handling scratches and wear
• Bolsters show expected age-related wear
• Overall a solid example of this pattern — not mint, but complete and collectible

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