^Lot 5197 WWII V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.

Overall length: 13 7/8”. Blade length: 9 1/8”. A beautiful example of the V-44 survival knife by an exceptionally rare maker. The bowie style blade has 2 narrow fullers at the top of each side. Blade is marked, “MARSDEN PRODUCTS PTY LTD (crossed sabers) SYDNEY”. Brass crossguard. Black plastic grip w/ 3 rivets on each side. Brown leather sheath w/ hand applied initials “C.B.S” at the throat. CONDITION: blade appears to have some original factory polish but shows sharpening at the edge. Grips show light to moderate wear. Sheath shows light wear. PROVENANCE: Collection of Roger Ballard. (02-14709-3/BF). $800-1,200.