Original U.S. WWII Custom Knuckle Duster Fighting Knife-Published in Reference Book Signed By Author - Page 277 Blunderbuss showing signs of leather flaking

showing signs of leather flaking and crazing to the finish

and this is only the second example that we have been able to locate

Dean Gildersleeve chaired the Advisory Educational Council which had earlier recommended to the Navy the selection of Lieutenant Commander Mildred McAfee

There is also an FM inspector cartouche stamped into the stock on the left side behind the lower lock screw

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Original U.S. WWII Custom Knuckle Duster Fighting Knife-Published in Reference Book Signed By Author - Page 277 Blunderbuss showing signs of leather flakingOriginal Item: One of a kind. As seen in the fantastic book Knuckle Knives of the Second World War by Greg Aloisio on page 277, this knife is a custom made cast fighting knife with leather sheath. The author used this knife and a specimen for his wonderful book and even signed page 277 where this knife is featured. The signed copy of the book accompanies the purchase of this knife. The knife features a double edged blade, sturdy construction and heavy