British Army Survival Knife and Leather Sheath. ED 2665. Hunting Knive

Known as the 'jungle knife' this has become a classic. Also known as the tree slapper, Sometimes referred to as a Wilkie because these knives were once made by Wilkinson Sword before being taken over by Sheffield Knives, Nearly a quarter of an inch thick and 7 ¼ “ long with a one piece steel blade with full tang. They were built to last in Sheffield to UK Government specifications. Chemically blackened blade suitable for heavy chopping and even digging, supplied with riveted brown leather belt sheath. The wooden grips are held in place with 3 copper rivets with leather insets to absorb shock; they are over-sized as to promote protection against frostbite when being used in freezing conditions. The grips ae stamped ‘127 8214 JA 1993 with Broad Arrow. The blade has been re-sharpened and the grips and sheath are in very good condition. The price includes UK delivery. ED 2665.