Original U.S. WWII Western G-46-6 "Shark" Fighting Knife with Correct Leather Scabbard Beretta when an Act of Congress

when an Act of Congress established the Army Mine Planter Service as part of the Coast Artillery Corps

which has the grip and blade completely nickel plated

It was subjected to an intense test programme

Guard: 7"W x 4 3/4"L

The bayonets were finished with a high-quality nickel plating

Original U.S. WWII Western G-46-6 "Shark" Fighting Knife with Correct Leather Scabbard Beretta when an Act of CongressOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a genuine WWII Western G 46 6 fighting knife, offered in very nice condition, complete with its original leather scabbard. It is sometimes called the "Shark", and there were also 4 and 8 inch blade versions of the G46. This knife was developed during WW2 by Western Cutlery of Boulder Colorado. Western made knives were all beautifully made with a bluing comparable to that seen on hunting rifles. Although they