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WWII BRITISH 2nd PATTERN FAIRBAIRN SYKES KNIFE

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WWII BRITISH 2nd PATTERN FAIRBAIRN SYKES KNIFE

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World War II British Commando Knife developed for OSS initially. Second pattern featured a straight guard, brass handle, and blued finish on the blade. This one is marked "England" and has a British broad arrow and the letter "B" on the opposite side, denoting it a British military issue, from 1941 to 1943 period. No other apparent markings. Has some wear to the blade, retains approximately 98% of its original finish, and some smoothing to the handle -- standard service and handling wear. Overall this is a beautiful. example of a rare fighting knife. Comes with British WWII 20mm Mk. 4 shell with 1944 dated headstamp. Both pieces near mint

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WWII BRITISH 2nd PATTERN FAIRBAIRN SYKES KNIFE

Name: WWII BRITISH 2nd PATTERN FAIRBAIRN SYKES KNIFE
SKU: 71347259
Price: 270 USD
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