RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE “CASE XX” WWII US AIR CORPS V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.

This is an extremely fine, orig and authentic example of a rare Air Corps-USMC knife measuring 14-1/4″ overall with 9-3/8″ Bowie blade marked “CASED XX” with black composite grip retained by 3 aluminum rivets. Knife is accompanied by orig brown leather scabbard. You cannot find a finer example. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Blade retains virtually all its orig polish and luster with some light staining, pinprick pitting. Brass cross guard is smooth with mustard patina. Brown leather scabbard is also fine with dark stained area on belt loop. 52332-218 JS (300-500) – Lot 2277

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
	2277	$575.00	RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE “CASE XX” WWII US AIR CORPS V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE. This is an extremely fine, orig and authentic example of a rare Air Corps-USMC knife measuring 14-1/4″ overall with 9-3/8″ Bowie blade marked “CASED XX” with black composite grip retained by 3 aluminum rivets. Knife is accompanied by orig brown leather scabbard. You cannot find a finer example. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Blade retains virtually all its orig polish and luster with some light staining, pinprick pitting. Brass cross guard is smooth with mustard patina. Brown leather scabbard is also fine with dark stained area on belt loop. 52332-218 JS (300-500) – Lot 2277 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 EXTREMELY FINE “CASE XX” WWII US AIR CORPS V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.