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Rare & Exceptional, Flawless Condition ‘Issued’ (Non-Import) Wilkinson F-S ⩚B2 Third Pattern F-S Fighting Knife

For me, this extraordinary Wilkie ticks all the boxes, although at first glance this might not seem exceptional but it absolutely is. Although the Wilkinson Ministry of Supply (⩚B2) ‘Second’ Pattern contract knives are quite prevalent, the Third Patterns are seldom seen. Perhaps more importantly, this example doe not have the import stamp (most do), so it is an actually ‘issued’ knife and when you add to these points the incredible ‘factory fresh’ condition, this is for sure an extraordinary and rare example. The stunning hand-ground blade is full length at 6 3/4” with factory sharpening only and retaining 100% or it’s original bluing. The hilt retains just about all of it’s original dark finish, only showing very light softening to the high points from handling. The guard of course is ‘not’ stamped with the import mark but is correctly stamped with the MoS inspection/ownership stamp of ⩚B2. The wartime cast grip mould number is ‘1’ and the pommel it is original, correct and untampered with. The original and correct Wilkinson scabbard is equally as stunning, it has lost it’s frog backing and elastic but is totally unused, it also is clearly marked with Wilkinson’s ‘W’ stamp indicating ‘waxed/water-proof’. From memory, this is simply the finest example of an issued Wilkinson ⩚B2 Third Pattern F-S I have ever encountered, definitely one for the deserning or advanced collector.

Price: $2,400

Items Code: #00846

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