Original U.S. WWII Named Fighting Knife with Scabbard Accessories lower frame assembly

lower frame assembly

" has inspector's acceptance marks and is dated "1862"

It is wrapped with triple twisted brass wire

unlike most production stocks

The brass hand guard exhibits a nice patina and has not been cleaned nor has this sword ever been taken apart

Original U.S. WWII Named Fighting Knife with Scabbard Accessories lower frame assemblyOriginal Item: One of a kind. This is a really neat find, acquired directly from the Veterans family this private purchase fighting knife is named to CLARENCE R. SLAGLE serial number 13011016. The knife similar in design to a KBAR is in very good condition with a bright sharp blade and steel with leather washer constructed grip. Measures 11 in length and comes complete with the original leather sheath. Purchased by a young GI on his way to war, if