3rd PATTERN 'FAIRBAIRN SYKES' COMMANDO KNIFE.

A very good example of the WW2 3rd pattern commando knife, designed by Fairbairn-Sykes. This one is made by the WILLIAM RODGERS company Sheffield A used example which shows a little age. The heavy ribbed grip is a bronze colour with darkening between the ribbing. Steel blued crossguard. William Rodgers markings stamped underneath. Good blued blade shows no sharpening and retains about 70% of the original finish. Nice leather scabbard complete with all 4 'sew on' tabs. Nice leather belt loop riveted to scabbard body, but the elasticated retaining strap has gone to time. Lower scabbard chape is brass with a single brass retaining stud. Nice, clean example.

Code: 6916