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WWII Theater knuckle knife - marked Palermo Sicily 1943
Guns International #: 101451895 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Knives - Military US - Military Collectible US
Seller's Information
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Seller: siclfde
Member Since: 5/13/20
First Name: W
Last Name: Haller
State: Virginia
Zip: 22153
Country: United States
Phone: (703) 677-7493
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: PayPal
Description:
At the onset of WWII, the government was unable to satisfy the demand for fighting knives. Consequently, many troops either made or commissioned a machine shop or the Navy Seabees to make them a suitable combat knife. Blades came from spring steel, files, and cut down swords, bayonets and machetes. Grips from the plexiglass or aluminum of downed aircraft, melted brass casings, or from compressed leather washers. These knives, made for use in the Theater of Operations, became known as “Theater Knives".
Nice theater knuck that began life as a Mark 1 trench/knuckle knife and has had the blade replaced by what I think is a cut down sword blade. OAL 11 1/8”. All tight.
6 7/8” blade has been sharpened and has heavy pitting, but is solid. What is neat is the prominent markings on the blade. One side reads “Palermo Sicily 1943”. The other reads S. G. Hilliard”. Sharp with good point.
Handle has full ears and is marked as shown. No real damage except for some wear & dirt. Butt is flat with no nut.
Nice period sheath fits well, although not original to the knife. Leather pliable. Snap works
Terms of Sale: Must be over 18 to bid. These items are sold as collectibles only and are warranted to be as described and shown in the photographs. No guarantee or warranty is expressed or implied as to the usability of the item for its original purpose. The buyer certifies that he or she is of lawful age and is not prevented by any law from the purchase or possession of these items. The buyer is responsible for knowing, understanding and obeying all International, Federal, State and Local laws concerning the purchase and possession of these items. Knives are sold as collector artifacts only, and not as weapons.
I try to describe as best as I can and take detailed, appropriate pictures. If I make a mistake, pls advise me so I can correct – thanks.
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