A Second World War 2nd Pattern Fairbairn Sykes Knife.
A personalised 2nd pattern Fairbairn Sykes knife all in nickel. The blade is full length with the oval cross guard and nickel hilt excellent, marked ‘56’ broad arrow to oval cross guard. Fitted into its correct leather scabbard that has had the badge of the West Yorkshire Regiment applied to the scabbard with the remains above the badge the insignia of the 5th Infantry Division in Burma. The upper part of the scabbard is all complete with its elasticised hilt retaining strap, both leather leg tabs present, good condition and an interesting provenance £800-£1,000

The 2nd Battalion, West Yorkshire Regiment, served during the Second World War with the 9th Indian Infantry Brigade, 5th Infantry Division in Burma.

This is an age restricted lot: the successful buyer will be required to either collect in person, or arrange specialist shipping.