Help on British Knife

[55rab]

Edged weapons are not my thing but I have been told this knife is British. Any information about it would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Rich

[Bond]

3rd pattern fairburn sykes fighting knife, often called a commando dagger. Early post ww2 version I think. Does it have any markings in the handle or on the cross guard?

[55rab]

Two additional pictures - found this on the back of the cross guard.

[55rab]

And the number "1" on the end of the handle.

[Bond]

The 1 is a good sign and might make it a late war version. Try searching this site for more information.

http://www.fairbairnsykesfightingkni...do-knives.html

Jerry

[nickn]

It is a standard war time 3rd pattern
Exported to the us to pay off war debts hence the England export stamp