British Army Fairbairn Sykes Commando fighting knife, 3rd pattern

Description

British Army Fairbairn Sykes Commando fighting knife, 3rd pattern
Description
Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife
J. Nowill & Sons of Sheffield, England
Die-cast metal ribbed handle
7 inch carbon steel blade
Carbon steel is harder than stainless and holds an edge better but will need to be wiped over with an oily cloth occasionally to prevent oxidation
All black finish
Cast into the handle is the famous "Crossed Keys" makers mark of J. Nowill & Sons
Stamped into the guard is the British Army "Broad Arrow" acceptance mark as well as the diamond "H" mark
Overall length of knife approximately 12 inches
Comes with genuine top quality thick leather sheath with reinforced steel tip and tabs
This pattern was issued to Commando's, members of the Parachute Regiment & the LRDG (Long Range Desert Group, the forerunner of the SAS) during WWII and continued to be issued to members of the Royal Marine Commandos & the Parachute Regiment ever since. This is a brand new 2021 production knife.
In 2019 a member of the British SBS (Special Boat Service) is reported to have taken on two ISIS fighters with his Fairbairn-Sykes Commando knife during house to house fighting when his weapon was knocked out of his hands. He dispatched one and the other fled.
NOTE:
These knives are sold as collectibles. Must be 18 years of age to purchase. Buyer is responsible for ensuring they may legally purchase and own this item in the jurisdiction within which they reside. Buyer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the seller for any misuse of this item.
NOT FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA
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