Description
- Genuine Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife
- Made by J. Nowill & Sons, a division of Sheffield Knives
- Made in Sheffield, England
- Knurled brass handle with black blade
- Stamped into the guard is the famous "Broad Arrow" British Army acceptance mark proving this to be a genuine British Army / MOD issue item
- On the other side is stamped "J. Nowill & Sons, Sheffield England"
- 7-inch carbon steel blade, black. Carbon steel can oxidize so we recommend periodically inspecting the blade & wiping it down with an oily rag.
- Overall length of knife approximately 12 inches
- Comes with genuine top quality thick leather sheath with reinforced steel tip and tabs
- This pattern was issued to Army Commando's, members of the Parachute Regiment and the LRDG (Forerunner of the SAS) during WWII. This is a brand-new production knife. Often purchased today by officers of the Royal Marines and Parachute Regiment or as "Presentation knives"
- In 2019 a member of the British SBS (Special Boat Service) is reported to have taken on two ISIS fighters with his Fairbairn-Sykes Commando knife during house to house fighting when his weapon was knocked out of his hands. He dispatched one and the other fled.
- NOTE: These knives are sold as collectibles. Must be 18 years of age to purchase. Buyer is responsible for ensuring they may legally purchase and own this item in the jurisdiction within which they reside. Buyer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the seller for any misuse of this item.
- Please note: Some guy in Pakistan is using my photos without my permission to sell his fake FS knives. I do not recommend buying from him.
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