Product Overview
The Fairbairn Sykes Commando Knife is a faithful reproduction of one of the most recognizable military daggers of the Second World War. Based on the classic Fairbairn-Sykes design, this knife features a hand-forged, heat-tempered high-carbon blued steel blade that arrives factory sharpened. Its balanced construction, slender double-edged profile, and blackened metal grip reflect the distinctive design that made this knife a standard issue for many elite military units during the war.
The Fairbairn-Sykes dagger earned its reputation through its practical design and lightweight handling. It became the preferred commando knife for British Commonwealth Forces and was also widely used by U.S. commandos during World War II. This reproduction remains true to the original design while offering the craftsmanship expected from Windlass Steelcrafts, making it an excellent choice for collectors and military history enthusiasts.
Completing the knife is a top-grain leather sheath fitted with a blued steel tip guard, elastic retention strap, belt loop slots, and attachment tabs for carrying on uniforms or equipment. Ideal for military collections, historical displays, reenactments, and World War II enthusiasts, the Fairbairn Sykes Commando Knife represents one of the most iconic military dagger designs of the 20th century.
Product Specifications
- Blade: Hand-Forged Heat-Tempered High-Carbon Blued Steel
- Grip: Blackened Metal Handle
- Overall Length: 11⅜ Inches
- Edge: Factory Sharpened
- Includes: Top-Grain Leather Sheath
- Manufacturer: Windlass Steelcrafts
- Ideal For: Collection, Display, Reenactment, WWII Enthusiasts
