Opinions needed on 3rd pattern FS Knife

[peterwyndavies]

I would welcome opinions on this third pattern FS Knife. It seems to have very crude mould markings and the mould number does not seem to be raised like all the other 3rd patterns that I have seen. I attach some pics.
Thanks,
Peter.

[peterwyndavies]

Two more pics.

[grip3846]

Post war

Hi Peter,
Any post war knife will have the tell tale mould seam running up the sides of the handle and the thin cross guard.
Regards,Ivan

[peterwyndavies]

Thanks Ivan,
I take it that the mould number is an attempt to make it look like a WWII item.
Thanks,
Peter.

[grip3846]

No

No,The mould numbers are seen on post war knives,they are just post war made knives,not copies or made to deceive,different moulds hence the seam.
Regards,Ivan

[peterwyndavies]

Thanks for clearing that up for me Ivan.
Peter.

[lnijherald]

I have no problems with the mould line, they just didn't do a good job removing it.
The brass crossguard is a bad sign and the pommel nut too. I have the impression it is a put together.

Luc

[peterwyndavies]

Thanks Luc,
I decided to give it a miss because it went for around £140 including charges, I think.
Peter.