Knife Known As The “shark Knife,” Made By Western—united States—20th Century

Knife Known As The “shark Knife,” Made By Western—united States—20th Century-photo-2

Knife Known As The “shark Knife,” Made By Western—united States—20th Century-photo-3

Knife Known As The “shark Knife,” Made By Western—united States—20th Century

KNIFE known as the “Shark Knife,” made by Western
United States
20th century
Steel, wood, leather, aluminum
Total length: 25.5; Blade length: 14 cm

Single-edged blade with a back cut, polished white, marked “WESTERN BOULDER. COLO. PAT. No. 1967479.”
Straight steel guard with a single quillon.
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.: 7489

Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

160 €