Knife Origin? Navy?

[Dave C.]

At one time someone told me but I've forgot over the years, what is the origin of this naval(?) knife? Also, what does the "S.S.P." stand for? Thank you.

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Dave, the knife is WW2 British Army issue, not Royal Navy. Royal Navy issue jack knives were all metal and a different design. "SSP" is the maker, "Sheffield Steel Products". Value here is the UK is £5. I know this does not sound much, but these used to sell for about 50p ten years or so ago. So values are slowly climbing.

Cheers, Ade.

[Dave C.]

Thanks for all that information Ade, I appreciate it! Just having it sitting around not knowing was driving me crazy. Thanks again.
Regards,
Dave