Original French First Indochina War Le Commando Fairbairn-Sykes Third Pattern Style Commando Dagger With Scabbard Marked Inox - Excellent Condition Swedish Militaria It is maker marked and

It is maker marked and dated on the end with OTTO JÄHNKE / BERLIN / 1939

thus becoming the 19th (1st Yorkshire North Riding – Princess of Wales's Own) Regiment of Foot

It also has shortened number 1475 on the cylinder

acquired this from a well known specialist in this field who also provided the provenance and a Certificate of Authenticity

different countries use different systems of stars or other insignia for senior ranks

Original French First Indochina War Le Commando Fairbairn-Sykes Third Pattern Style Commando Dagger With Scabbard Marked Inox - Excellent Condition Swedish Militaria It is maker marked andOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of a Le Commando F S commando style fighting knife. Undoubtedly post WWII, this French Commando Knife could have been used by a mercenary, a member of the French Foreign Legion or a French Commando. The blade is well made, symmetrical and nicely polished. The blackened handle is non magnetic and appears to be aluminum. A traditional French sheath, complete with boot belt clip, accompanied