Original British WWII Second Pattern Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife Blade-Marked by Wilkinson - Nickeled
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very scarce original British WWII Second Pattern Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife which has been nickeled. It is blade-marked by Wilkinson Sword. Blade-marked Second Pattern Wilkinson examples are among the more desirable variants of the Fairbairn-Sykes family.
Until 1942 Wilkinson Sword had been the only company which produced the F-S knives. In 1942 there came two more manufacturers. One was lesser known for its acceptance mark B2. It was made according to the drawings of the black hilt 2nd Pattern Wilkinson F-S knife. The close resemblance is the reason why many collectors assumed that the acceptance mark B2 stands for Wilkinson. Finally proof was found by Robert Wilkinson-Latham that Wilkinson Sword actually produced the knives marked B2. Wilkinson Sword and J. Clark & Son were the only known producers of these early 2nd Pattern F-S knives. This example is not marked B2 or England, the only markings being the etching on the blade.
The blade is faintly marked with the Wilkinson Sword London company logo on one side of the blade and The F-S Fighting Knife on the reverse. Despite the nickel-plating the knife presents well with good checkering in the grip. The blade is 5 ⅞” and the overall length is 10 ⅞”.
This Wilkinson Sword Second Pattern Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife represents an important variant of one of Britain's most recognizable WWII fighting knives. Its identifiable blade etchings, including the Wilkinson company logo and “The F-S Fighting Knife” inscription, distinguish it from unmarked examples and provide a direct connection to the original manufacturer. The nickel-plated finish, well-defined grip checkering, and absence of ENGLAND markings further characterize this particular knife. The surviving construction and blade markings make it a noteworthy example for collections focused on British Commandos, WWII edged weapons, and the development of the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife.
Approximate Dimensions:
Blade Length: 5 ⅞”
Total Length: 10 7/8”
Crossguard: 2”
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