United Kingdom. A Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife, Beaded and Ringed Model, Broad Arrow Export Example Auction marked "GENEVE Cylindre 6 Rubis"

marked "GENEVE Cylindre 6 Rubis" and numbered "6196"

multiple un-numbered pages

dual signed

Instituted in 1873 by King Rama V

United Kingdom. A Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife, Beaded and Ringed Model, Broad Arrow Export Example Auction marked "GENEVE Cylindre 6 Rubis"A rare and well preserved third pattern style Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife, measuring 32 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 17. 5 cm long, toned, magnetic steel blade which retains a rich and unspoiled crossgrain throughout. The blade meets an elongated oval guard which is stamped on the reverse with a mark of ENGLAND, indicating a wartime example exported to the United States. The guard transitions in a striking toned