A rare circa 1940 Fairbairn-Sykes first pattern commando fighting knife and leather sheath, by Wilki

A rare circa 1940 Fairbairn-Sykes first pattern commando fig...

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£1,450

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A rare circa 1940 Fairbairn-Sykes first pattern commando fighting knife and leather sheath, by Wilkinson Sword, the ricasso etched with makers mark to one side and 'The F-S Fighting Knife' to the other, with knurled grip, blade 16.8cm, overall 29.6cm.

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Tip of blade slightly bent and with small loss.
Rusting to blade.
Minor denting and wear to grip, cross guard and pommel.
The scabbard has wear to the leather and denting to the nickel plated mount.
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Auction Date: 18th Apr 2024 at 12pm

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