RARE AND FINE “BROAD ARROW” PROOFED WWII AIR CORPS-USMC V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.

This is a fine example of a rare, orig Air Corps survival knife with no maker mark, but has British “broad arrow” proof stamped on center of brass cross guard, measuring 14″ overall with 8-7/8″ Bowie blade with black composite grip retained by 3 brass rivets. Knife is accompanied by orig brown leather scabbard with name scratched. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade shows old cleaning and sharpening, overall mottled grey with staining and pitting. Brass cross guard is has one bent quillon and well discerned “broad arrow” proof stamped over “W”. Brown leather scabbard is in matching very good condition. 52332-220 JS (300-500) – Lot 2279

Auction: Firearms - October 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2279	$460.00	RARE AND FINE “BROAD ARROW” PROOFED WWII AIR CORPS-USMC V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE. This is a fine example of a rare, orig Air Corps survival knife with no maker mark, but has British “broad arrow” proof stamped on center of brass cross guard, measuring 14″ overall with 8-7/8″ Bowie blade with black composite grip retained by 3 brass rivets. Knife is accompanied by orig brown leather scabbard with name scratched. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade shows old cleaning and sharpening, overall mottled grey with staining and pitting. Brass cross guard is has one bent quillon and well discerned “broad arrow” proof stamped over “W”. Brown leather scabbard is in matching very good condition. 52332-220 JS (300-500) – Lot 2279 Auction: Firearms - October 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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RARE AND FINE “BROAD ARROW” PROOFED WWII AIR CORPS-USMC V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.