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WWII Original EGW Waterman Sawback Bowie Fighting Utility Knife 4th Variation

$ 105.07

Availability: 71 in stock
  • Modified Item: No
  • Brand: Waterman
  • Condition: Very good showing some sharpening. No sheath.
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Region of Origin: United States
  • Original/Reproduction: Original

    Description

    During WWII many makers made knives to meet the demand.  E.G. Waterman made many knives, and they did not receive any Govt. contracts even though they tried.  Nevertheless, many soldiers private purchased these knives and can be seen in photos being used by soldiers of WWII.  This one is their EGW 4th variation knife with sawback spine top.  All leather handle with a steel guard and pommel  and lanyard ring.  Knife measures 11" overall with a blade length of 6.5".  Blade is in very good condition showing some sharpening, very nice condition all leather handle.  No scabbard. A very nice WWII Item.
    (See US & Allied Military Knives of WWII Book II by Bill Walters)