Description
Original WW2 era (and certainly one of a kind) American fighting knife – a so-called “theater knife” expertly made by an unknown soldier or a sailor from whatever materials were available at hand. The handle is made from some exotic wood, stacked aircraft plexiglass spacers, leather washers, and aluminum. The pommel is a solid chunk of aluminum, expertly fitted and file-worked to the final “scull crusher” shape. The guard is polished bronze, expertly brazed to the blade at ricasso. The enormous fully fullered 11″ long blade was made from what looks like tool-grade carbon steel. The quality of work is excellent; all parts have a perfect fit with no play whatsoever – this knife was definitely made by a very skilled and talented knifemaker.
This big boy is about 16-3/8″ / 41.5 cm overall; the clip-point blade is about 11″ / 27.8 cm; the blade is razor-sharp still; the tip is intact. A few minor surface rust spots are noted for accuracy. Original leather scabbard with original leather tie “stitching” is intact with only minor “stitching” damage at the tip; the leather is soft and supple still. The scabbard’s back panel is faintly stamped with number 3. The scabbard’s materials, knife fit, and overall quality of work are excellent; it is in great overall condition, considering the age. This WW2 era fighting knife and its original scabbard are in 100% serviceable condition still, even 80 plus years later. Don’t miss your chance to add this unique WW2 American theater-made fighting knife to your collection!
This original WW2 American theater-made fighting knife and its hand-made leather scabbard have not been cleaned or tampered with in any way, it’s in 100% original “as is” condition. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the lot 😉 We have a few more American WW2 era combat knives and bayonets, as well as several scarce WW1 and WW2 fighting daggers and trench knives from other countries available for sale – please take a look in our Militaria section.
We have a few more American fighting knives, as well as some scarce European WW2 and WW1 fighting knives, daggers, trench knives and bayonets available for sale – please take a look in our Militaria section.
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Domestic US shipping for this item is $16 via USPS Priority Mail.
International shipping for this item will be $75 and up for most countries on our “ship-to” list.
