United Kingdom. A Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife, Beaded and Ringed Model, Broad Arrow Export Example consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with presumably recipients name on

with presumably recipients name on the lid hand inscribed "Arthur Krenkel"

"293/W/102" and maker marked "J

“Legion Condor” 53

Chief's Commendation Medal (two-piece construction

measures 88 mm (w) x 88

United Kingdom. A Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife, Beaded and Ringed Model, Broad Arrow Export Example consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with presumably recipients name onA rare and well preserved third pattern style Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife, measuring 32 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 17. 5 cm long, toned, magnetic steel blade which retains a rich and unspoiled crossgrain throughout. The blade meets an elongated oval guard which is stamped on the reverse with a mark of ENGLAND, indicating a wartime example exported to the United States. The guard transitions in a striking toned