First edition, October 1992. Hardcover with dust jacket. A foundational reference for military knife collectors, covering an enormous range of U.S. military blades from WWII through Desert Storm. Authored by one of the most respected names in the field, M.W. Silvey, with high-quality photography and original illustrations throughout.

This book is packed with detailed photos, specs, and historical background on a wide range of knives, bayonets, and utility blades issued to American forces over a 50-year span. A must-have resource for collectors, historians, and dealers.

Condition:

Book itself is in very good condition—tight binding, clean pages, no writing or highlighting. Dust jacket shows moderate wear: two large edge tears (one taped from inside), chipped corners, and shelf scuffing (see photos for detail). Great candidate for repair or archival cover.

Details:

• First Edition, October 1992

• Hardcover, approx. 288 pages

• Publisher: M.W. Silvey (self-published)

• Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 92-96948

This is a tough book to find in any condition. A true staple in U.S. military knife reference libraries.

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