
Offered for sale is a vintage Fairbairn-Sykes (F-S) style fighting dagger, inspired by the iconic British Commando knife developed during World War II by William E. 3 ¾ - 4 inches. Blade Type: Double-edged dagger / stiletto profile. Handle: Leather-wrapped grip (a known variant material used on some commercial and OSS-related examples) 2. Guard: Straight crossguard, Fairbairn-Sykes style.
Construction: Narrow thrust-optimized blade, symmetrical grind. The Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife was introduced in 1941 and became the defining edged weapon of British Commandos, SAS, SOE, and later OSS units. Designed primarily for close-quarters combat and thrusting, its slim profile and balance made it legendary among Allied special forces 13.
Vintage condition consistent with age. Blade and fittings show expected wear. Please review photos carefully for full condition details. No claims are made that this knife is a government-issued wartime example.