Gun Collectors Dream Auction #69 Weapons of War!
Lot 227:
At the onset of World War II, the Colonial Knife Co. (Providence, R.I.) was commissioned by the U.S. Navy to manufacture a freshly configured Deck Knife which was to become the standard issue for sailors in both the Atlantic and Pacific fleets. Although similar to other designs of that era, the new Mark 1 was specifically created for naval utility and multiple tasks aboard the ship – especially during wartime. These functions included material handling (munitions, dunnage, etc), ropes and rigging as well as self-defense, survival, medical and rescue ops: Hardened AISI 1075 steel for superior edge keeping and durability Non-reflective, Parkerized "blackout" finish blade Razor sharp scalpel tip, optimized for slicing and cutting Molded polymer handle (scale) for improved non-slip grip Ability to be boiled for emergency sterilization/field surgery Secure scabbard (sheath) with lanyard/leg strap
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