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Very rare Australian made World War II era commando knife with…
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Auction Location:
Sydney
Date:
30-Apr-2016
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Description:
Very rare Australian made World War II era commando knife with scabbard by East Bros. See U.S. Military Knives Bayonets & Machetes. Book III by M.H. Cole, page 178 for illustrations and discussion of this knife made under contract in Australia for the US Government. 280 mm overall with 150 mm single edged spear pointed blade stamped East Bros. Sydney. Shaped wooden grip scales, Steel cross guard stamped U.S. 1944. Brown leather scabbard. Choice example in fine condition, approx 30 cm long
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Category:
Unclassified