For Sale Original Sheffield made J.Nowill & Sons Black Bladed Commando Knife.

J. Adams Ltd is a family business based in Sheffield England which has been making quality knives for six generations; they are the parent company for three other old established manufacturers F.E & J.R.Hopkinson Ltd, established 14 June 1944, John Nowill & Sons Ltd, whose corporate name was granted by the Cutlers Company of Hallamshire on 27 April 1700 A.D. and Austin McGillivray & Co.

The original Fairbairn Sykes knife was developed during World War II, when Wilkinson Sword collaborated with Capt. William E Fairbairn and Capt. Eric A Sykes to design a knife for the newly formed British Commando Force. Commonly known as the 'Commando Knife', this knife was arguably the most famous knife of the 20th century.

- 12" overall. 7" Black finish carbon steel dagger blade.
- Black knurled cast alloy metal handle cross guard and pommel.
- Cross guard is stamped "J.NOWILL & SONS SHEFFIELD ENGLAND" with military stamps on other side.
- Comes in original style Leather and metal ended sheath
- Country of Origin: Sheffield United Kingdom

SPECIFICATIONS:
- Blade Material: High Carbon Steel
- Blade Style: Double Edge Dagger
- Blade Finish: Black Finish
- Handle Material: Black Cast Metal

- Comes with original british Commando MTP Molle Sheath

- Weight: 260 grams (with sheath)

- Condition: New Old Stock

A piece of history and still used and preffered by some Specialist Combat Units around the world.