Original U.S. WWII Western G-46-8 Fighting Knife with Post War Leather Scabbard German Helmets & Hats Most known escape compasses are

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however we can see British Birmingham proofs on both sides the barrel joint when it is open

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Original U.S. WWII Western G-46-8 Fighting Knife with Post War Leather Scabbard German Helmets & Hats Most known escape compasses areOriginal Item: Only One Available. Offered in very nice condition this genuine WWII Western G 46 8 fighting knife, with leather scabbard. It is sometimes called the "8 Fighter", and there were also 4 and 6 inch blade versions of the G46. This knife was developed during WW2 by Western Cutlery of Boulder Colorado, who hoped to sell it to the Marine Corps to fill their need for a fighting utility knife. Unfortunately the knife proved too expensive