British fighting knife

[busman]

Could any confirm if this is war time or post war or if it’s in fact a reproduction.

[rbminis]

Late war, third pattern FS fighting knife. There should be a mold number on the handle near the pommel, or maybe close to the guard.
Ralph.

[busman]

There is no mould number, that’s what’s making me think maybe post war. I’m fine with post war army issue, but not if it’s a repro.

[rbminis]

I still think it is a late war, third pattern, original, FS fighting knife.
If post war, I would expect a maker's mark on the guard instead of just Sheffield England.
Ralph.

[busman]

Many thanks for your advise on this one, I’ll keep my fingers crossed for war time issue. That would be a bonus.

[busman]

Is the handle a base metal , with a copper plated and blackened finish.

[rbminis]

Is the handle a base metal , with a copper plated and blackened finish.

Most likely, they were cast or injection molded.
Ralph.

[busman]

Seems to be base metal and plated on mine. Sorry for all the questions just major lack of knowledge on these.

[busman]

Pic

[rbminis]

Pic

Looks like cast metal with a brass nut to me.
Ralph.