Description: Auction for vintage WW2 British Royal Navy S.K.S.77 Marlin Spike pocket knife. Research turned up many different aspects on the knife but it will be up to you to determine which is correct. A knife forum said this is a typical 1939/40 knife with crude grip. There is no broad arrow. Possible British issue then given to the Indian navy pre-war or post 1948 independence. Some say the knife is a Belgian issue. The inferior grips would indicate a WWII production or another country. They may be pressed leather. Copper bails were phased out in 1940/41. The Clothing Code CC73465 may indicated a pre-war code.Each knife has a story. Doubtless this knife traveled the world and without talking to the original owner we are left to speculate. My guess is this is an Indian Navy copy of the British Marlin Spike knife. Ultimately, you will have to decide for yourself.1. British Royal Navy Marlin Spike pocket knife. Pocket knife is approximately 4" closed. It is 6" with blade open. The Copper bail has K in raised letters. Main blade has S.K.S.77 stamped on it. Tin opener blade has Clothing Code CC73465 with 000027 below that. They are not well stamped. Some photos enhanced to help better show markings. The manufacturer's name was probably low on the spike and worn off due to use. Nice early marked knife. Pocket knife shows normal wear/tear associated with age. This includes use on blade, wear on serial numbers, toning with age, scuffs/fading on handle. There may be other minor age related defects.Please use photos as a guide in making a purchase decision Sold as is. Normal wear and tear associated with age. No refunds. Free shipping. Thanks for looking.
Price: 70 USD
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
End Time: 2024-11-23T02:39:15.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
Theme: Militaria
Original/Reproduction: Original
Region of Origin: Great Britain
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Modified Item: No
