WWII British Third Pattern Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife

World War II English double-edged Third Pattern Fairbairn-Sykes combat dagger - fighting knife, a model developed for special forces use. The weapon features a hand-ground steel stiletto blade with a distinct central ridge and a blackened finish. The hilt consists of a one-piece cast metal grip, likely a zinc alloy, featuring a concentric pattern of 27 rings to provide a secure hold. The tang of the blade is secured at the pommel by a rounded nut. An oval-shaped steel crossguard separates the blade from the handle. One side of the crossguard features the impressed word ENGLAND in uppercase block letters. The top of the cast grip, near the pommel, is struck with an impressed number 4, signifying the mold number used during the casting process. Pickup is Monday, Nov. 9, from 11 am to 7 pm at our facility in Lancaster, OH. Alternate pickup day is available by appointment for a $5 fee per lot, or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. If shipping – once packed up, we will send you a separate invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax collected on this auction. Our warehouse is in Lancaster, OH. If not shipping – pick up within 10 days or we will dispose of the item and you will not receive a refund. TL05