Knife Called "baby Shark" By Western - United States - 20th Century
KNIFE known as “Baby Shark” by Western
United States
20th century
Steel, wood, brass, leather, aluminum
Total length: 23.3; Blade length: 12.9 cm
Blade with a single cutting edge and a counter-edge, grooved, polished white, marked “WESTERN BOULDER COLO PAT. No. 1,967,479.”
Straight, openwork brass guard.
Handle scales made of smooth leather discs.
Aluminum pommel with a beak.
Leather sheath with belt loop.
According to M.H. Cole, this model was manufactured by the U.S. Navy under the name “Shark No. 46-6” during World War II.
Ref.: 7482
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
United States
20th century
Steel, wood, brass, leather, aluminum
Total length: 23.3; Blade length: 12.9 cm
Blade with a single cutting edge and a counter-edge, grooved, polished white, marked “WESTERN BOULDER COLO PAT. No. 1,967,479.”
Straight, openwork brass guard.
Handle scales made of smooth leather discs.
Aluminum pommel with a beak.
Leather sheath with belt loop.
According to M.H. Cole, this model was manufactured by the U.S. Navy under the name “Shark No. 46-6” during World War II.
Ref.: 7482
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
160 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1829125
Availability: In stock
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