United Kingdom. A Wilkinson Type III (Second Pattern) Fairbairn Sykes Fighting Knife GTRexclude a military society founded by

a military society founded by officers who had served in the American Revolution and perpetuated by their descendants

A gilt-edged white enamel cross moline

It was originally awarded

RZM code M1/76 for Hillenbrand & Bröer of Lüdenscheid

United Kingdom. A Wilkinson Type III (Second Pattern) Fairbairn Sykes Fighting Knife GTRexclude a military society founded byType III Second Pattern of this iconic fighting knife which is identified through a blued bronze handle and crossguard as well as a polished blade. Obverse ricasso maker marked "WILKINSON SWORD CO. LTD. LONDON", reverse ricasso is marked "THE F S FIGHTING KNIFE.", with straight cross guard, blade having been used, worn and sharpened 153mm in length, bronze handle with crossed etched grip and button pommel, measuring 28 cm in total, fine.