British WWI Era Admiralty Pattern Sailors Knife, AP301, Walker & Hall Mfg
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $125.00

Original era manufacture. An early pattern knife adopted around 1910, with stag grips which were replaced around 1932 by aluminum grips. Maker marked on the ricasso of the blade Walker & Hall Sheffield. Dark steel patina to the blade and marlin spike but no deep corrosion or pitting. No damage to the stag grips, copper lanyard loop at the pommel. The springs are very strong so it takes some effort to open the thing, watch your fingernails.