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Any historical information appreciated
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 3:42 am
by Sharp carbon
I have this knife that was given to me in the early 80’s from the original owner who was a colonel in the royal army. Can you tell me who the manufacturer is and the approximate date it was made. A value would also be appreciated.
Best regards
Re: Any historical information appreciated
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 10:59 am
by cottage hill bill
You would be better off to seek out one of the Fairbairn-Sykes specific forums. There are a lot of variations on the FS knives and some of the folks who specialize in collecting them could give you better answers. Values range from 4 digits for the first models (yours isn't one) to under $30 for current production ones. Fakes also abound, thought I think yours is legit. I know just enough about them to know to go ask the experts. Best of luck, let us know what you find.
Re: Any historical information appreciated
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 1:22 pm
by Gunsil
Cool knife!! What you have here is a "transition" third model F-S knife. It has a third model handle with a second model blade and cross guard. All second models will have the little 'V" where the blade meets the guard, and most third models will not have it. Of course there is a possibility that somebody swapped the handle at a later date but it looks good from the photos. Knife likely made in 1943.
Re: Any historical information appreciated
Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2020 2:40 am
by rangerbluedog
The Broad Arrow indicates British military acceptance.
B2 was the manufacturer's code for Wilkinson.
Re: Any historical information appreciated
Posted: Sun Jan 12, 2020 3:24 am
by Sharp carbon
Thanks to all for the awesome information. I know this one is all original and hasn’t been tinkered with!
Best regards