Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. Nicknamed the "Big Jack" or "Giant Jack", these huge folding survival knives were introduced during WWII by the Colonial Knife Co. of Providence, R.I., for use by U.S. Navy pilots. The design is similar to other folding "pocket" knifes, with a locking single edge "bowie" style blade on one end, and a saw on the other. What makes these different is really the SIZE of the knife, which when fully opened is almost 16 inches in length. With a 6 inch handle, it really fills the hand, which could definitely be an advantage in some situations.
This example is in pristine mint condition in the original pouch and box. The box is marked U.S.N. on the top and on the size it reads
KNIFE, EMERGENCY
AVIATOR’S
(STOCK NO. R41-K-465)
CONTRACT NO. NX-SA 94964 U.S.N.
The bowie blade of this folding knife is in pristine condition with 100% of the original finish on the blade, and still has the maker name clearly stamped: COLONIAL PROV. R.I. The pouch is really interesting as it has a slit for the hook of the knife to stick out of the top. A really stellar piece! The box measures 7 x 2½ x 1½”.
The rest of the knife is also in great shape, with some great grip scales, and no wear to the finish. This is the first example that we have had of one of these "Big Jack" knives in the original box like this, and it definitely is one that would be impossible to improve upon. Ready for further research and display in your WWII Knife collection!
Specifications:
Knife Blade Length: 4 5/8"
Blade Style: Single Edged Clip Point "Bowie"
Saw Blade Length: 5"
Length Closed: 6"
Overall length opened (knife): 10 3/4"
Overall length opened (saw): 11"
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