US WWII Homefront Fighting Knife, Patton Sabre Blade 1918
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: $295.00

Original era manufacture. A very well made example of a Homefront produced knife during WWII. The 7.25 inch double edge blade is made from the butt of a US M1913 Patton Sabre dated 1918.Thick brass, oval shaped guard, with a nicely turned wooden grip secured with four brass rivets. The blade tang is covered with a darker shade of wood on both sides, beautifully set into the grip with a seamless feel to it.Original dark leather sheath of sewn and riveted construction, with a very wide pommel strap with a securing snap.The blade displays a lightly speckled finish, no corrosion pitting, with the point being slightly blunted.