Original Dutch East Indies Massive Kukri-style Fighting Knife with Scabbard - c.1880-1900 The Pacific on HBO Troops of the 188th Glider

Troops of the 188th Glider Infantry Regiment make their way through the town of Nasugbu on the island of Luzon

In fine overall condition the finish is now blue/grey but shows no pitting whatsoever

WMW WAFFEN was their main trade name

The rifle started life as a

or fur hat

Original Dutch East Indies Massive Kukri-style Fighting Knife with Scabbard - c.1880-1900 The Pacific on HBO Troops of the 188th GliderOriginal Item: Only One Available. We are fairly certain that this originates in the Dutch East Indies or the Philippines, produced Circa 1880 1900. Its hilt is similar in shape to that of a Nepalese Kukri Knife, however the massive forward curved blade dips down almost like a giant Bowie knife. The blade is over 14 1 2" in length, the sharp edge returning for two inches on the upper side. The wood hilt is checkered and has a simple but very effective