Item Description
Original Item. Only One Available. This is a very nice WWII-Style Korean War paratrooper pocket knife manufactured by Schrade Walden in New York sometime between 1950-1956. These are almost identical to the WWII issue, with the main differences being markings and the more durable plastic grips. This is a nice service worn example offered in fair condition.
The knife is marked on the base of the blade (ricasso) as follows:
SCHRADE
WALDEN
NY
It has a roughly 3 1/2” blade with an overall length of 8 5/8”. The spring is still functional but has a bit of play. This example shows signs of honest wear from use, and very light sharpening, as well as some past oxidation. This example never had a ring at the bottom, as most did.
Comes ready for further research and display.
Dimensions:-
Blade length: 3 1/2”
Blade Style: Clip Point Knife
Overall length closed: 4 7/8”
Overall length open: 8 5/8"
Worn in the breast pocket of the Paratrooper M2 Jump Jacket these knives were intended for paratroopers to cut there parachute cords and anything else if they got entangled during a jump. Exceedingly rare and hard to find. For further research checkout this forum post about these knives and how to tell WWII knives from post war: WWII Airborne Switchblades
NOTE: This knife is definitely considered a "Switchblade", so check local laws before ordering.
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