1 World War II third pattern Fairbairn-Sykes commando fighting knife available. This fighting knife would make an important addition to any World War II, or world militaria collection.
The guard is stamped 'I' and 'ENGLAND'. The British broad arrow is also lightly stamped on the guard. So this knife was made for the India theater.
This is an early version third pattern knife--the 'V' on the blade ricasso shows this knife was hand-ground.
The blade measures 6 7/8". This knife measures 11 7/8" overall. The top of the scabbard is stamped 'ENGLAND'.
This World War II third pattern F/S fighting knife is in perfect condition. The elastic keeper strap is no longer present, as with most WW2 Fairbairn-Sykes sheaths.
This listing represents the opportunity to add a fine India theater of operations Third Pattern F/S fighting knife to your collection.
Specific Name | Specific Value |
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Period | World War 2 |
Country | British Commonwealth |
Item | India-Marked Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife |