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**RARE: WW2 Fairbairn-Sykes 3rd Pattern Fighting Knife w/ Scabbard (William Rodgers, Sheff.)**
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These pieces are in an GOOD, USED CONDITION- Blade is complete and handle is present & secure. Knife remains in a Good State and has been utilised. Signs of Wear evident due to handling. Leather Scabbard is intact w/ minor handling. 'Blued' blade finish evident. Manufacturers marks evident underneath crossguard lozenge.
** ONE BID IS FOR ONE ONLY !! **
HANDLE WITH CARE- BLADE IS EXCEPTIONALLY SHARP AND RETAINS A CUTTING EDGE.
SOLD AS IS IN PRESENT STATE- NO RETURNS
FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY- NOT FOR USAGE/ WEAR.
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ORIGIN : Great Britain
COMPOSITION : Steel/ Leather/ Zinc
YEAR: 1944/45
TYPE : Fighting Knife, Fairbairn-Sykes 3rd Pattern
MANUFACTURER: William Rodgers, Sheffield. England
** YOU ARE BIDDING FOR ONE **
** BLADE IS EXCEPTIONALLY SHARP AND RETAINS A CUTTING EDGE. **
An EXCELLENT example of World War 2 , 1944/45 Fairbairn-Sykes 3rd Pattern. Commando Fighting Knife w/ Scabbard. This piece appears to be in a VF/F state , with 60% of the 'Blued' finish present on the Blade surface. All parts present and secure. Evidence of handling/ age-related wear is visible on surface. Manufacturer, William Rodgers of Sheffield mark is present on Hilt underside.
This piece would have been utilised by Special Operations Executive (S.O.E) Commandos , Parachute Regiment members, Special Air Service Operators (SAS) and associated clandestine elements during the period 1939-1945.
This Knife, features the late-War cast Zinc knurled grip that is characterized by 27 ridges, and secured with a flat Brass Nut pommel. The lozenge shaped Hilt is intact and displays the Stamp of William Rodgers , Sheffield beneath - a contractor for the period 1944-46. The Scabbard is the correct 2-piece construction variant and features the distinctive Brass chape.
The ideal addition to any World War 2 Era Fighting knife collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment.
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