A Second War Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife; Named Hold 157 in 1931

157 in 1931

Production of these awards ceased in 1986

He volunteered for service on October 1st

32 mm x 39

in fair/poor condition

A Second War Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife; Named Hold 157 in 1931Fine polished steel blade, magnetic, measuring 173 mm in length, obverse ricasso maker marked "WILKINSON SWORD CO. LTD. LONDON", reverse ricasso is unmarked, with semi sharp edges and a very sharp tip, exhibiting scattered surface wear and minor scratches from regular usage. Solid metal crossguard, magnetic, with ribbed grip on the bronze handle, domed "skull cracker" pommel, measuring 290 mm in length overall, surface rust present on the crossguard,