World War II-era British Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife. The beaded and ribbed pattern is a rare variation of the second pattern sykes knife, generally attributed to William Rodgers company. Grip has broadarrow over 5 mark. The crossguard is marked “ENGLAND,” indicating wartime or immediate postwar British export. Retains its original leather scabbard with chape replaced with a round brass one and elastic retaining strap with a snap closure. The Fairbairn-Sykes knife was developed for British Commandos and Special Operations Executive personnel and became one of the most recognizable combat knives of the Second World War.

Dimensions: 11 in. overall; 6.5 in. blade.

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Blade retains much of its original dark finish with scattered light handling marks and minor wear. Brass grip exhibits an even aged patina with areas of verdigris. Crossguard shows finish loss and age-related wear. Leather scabbard remains intact with expected surface wear, and scuffing. A solid representative example of the iconic British commando fighting knife.