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 William Fairbairn created this odd looking, but very effective Smatchet during WWII for the OSS (Office of Strategic Services) and British SAS (Special Air Service) for use on clandestine missions behind enemy lines. There were many variations in the grip and pommel, but the basic specifications never changed. We based our reproduction on an original piece loaned to us by a very generous collector (we matched in detail to detail). It features a high carbon steel, full tang, blued matte finished
11" blad that's razor sharp on one cutting side and 1/3 of the reverse edge. The close grained hardwood grips are held in place with 2 big rivets, the cast aluminum pommel (pinned in place) includes a lanyard hole. The hardwood lined and black leather covered sheath fits on belts up to 3 1/4" wide. 16 3/4" overall length. Wt. 1 1/2 lbs
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