Commando Dagger by Leroy Thompson - History of the Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife (1985 HC)
Hardcover with original dust jacket. Tight binding, clean pages, minor shelf wear on the jacket (see photos). A must-have for any serious collector of military knives or WWII militaria.
This is the definitive illustrated reference on the iconic Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife—used by British Commandos and special forces from WWII through modern conflicts. Written by respected weapons historian Leroy Thompson, with a foreword by Col. Rex Applegate, the book dives deep into the origins, design evolution, production variations, and combat use of the F-S dagger.
Packed with detailed black-and-white photos, including rare and custom examples, this book is a visual and historical deep-dive into one of the most famous fighting knives ever made.
Perfect for knife collectors, military historians, and anyone with an interest in edged weapons or elite combat gear.
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