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Post 1952 QE II British Wilkinson Sword ‘Best Commando On Course Prize’ Nickel P Knives

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Cheshire, North WestUpdated 2 years ago
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CategoryBlades
SubcategoryKnives
ConditionNearly New
Sale typeTrade
MakePost 1952 QE II British Wilkinson Sword ‘Best Commando On Course Prize’ Nickel P
Manufactured Yearpost 1952
Your referenceSn 18273
Description

Post 1952 QE II British Wilkinson Sword ‘Best Commando On Course Prize’ Nickel Plated 3rd Pattern Fairbairn Sykes FS Fighting Knife With Etched Panel & Scabbard. Sn 18273 - 18273

An original, excellent condition, 3rd Pattern Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife with etched Wilkinson Sword panel. These quality knives were reputedly presented to the ‘best commando on course’ after completion of their arduous training and are highly prized fully functional fighting knives. The 3rd pattern knife was introduced in 1942 (see page 61 & 62 of British & Commonwealth Military Knives By Flook) and continued to be issued post war. This Commando prize knife has an undamaged ribbed and nickel plated brass handle and oval nickel plated cross guard. It has a clean 180mm dagger blade with medial ridge. The blade has an etched panel on one side ‘Wilkinson Sword Ltd Made In England’ together with crossed swords legend & Queen Elizabeth II Royal Appointment. It is complete with its leather scabbard with external nickel plated chape and single belt loop. It retains its 4 leather sewn on leather tabs and elasticated retaining strap. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 18273

£675.00

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