Commando Dagger 007

Vendor:J. Adams Sheffield England

Commando Dagger 007

Sale price$129.99Regular price $199.99
Description

This Fairbairn-Sykes commando dagger is a 12" fighting knife made in Sheffield, England, to the pattern carried by British Commandos in World War II. It has a 7" mirror-finish carbon steel dagger blade, a black knurled metal handle, a metal guard and pommel, and a black leather sheath. This is a new production knife, not a wartime original.

Short and Sweet

  • Fairbairn-Sykes pattern commando dagger by Sheffield Knives (model 007)
  • 12" overall with a 7" blade
  • Carbon steel double-edged dagger blade, mirror finish
  • Black knurled metal alloy handle with metal guard and pommel
  • Black leather sheath
  • Made in Sheffield, England
  • Condition: New

The Knife of the Commandos

William Fairbairn and Eric Sykes developed their close-combat methods while serving with the Shanghai Municipal Police, then brought that experience to Britain at the start of World War II to train Commandos and SOE agents. Together they designed a slim, double-edged dagger built for thrusting, with a heavy handle that kept the balance near the guard. Wilkinson Sword began making the first Fairbairn-Sykes knives in 1941, and the pattern went on to become the emblem of the Commandos. It still appears on the insignia of the Royal Marines Commandos and U.S. Army Special Forces today. Fairbairn later promoted a heavier companion blade, the smatchet, for work that needed chopping power.

Sheffield Steel and a Classic Profile

Sheffield has been a center of English steel and cutlery since the 1400s, so a Fairbairn-Sykes made there carries real provenance. The 7" blade follows the original profile, with a tapering double edge and a needle point. The mirror finish gives it a bright, presentation-grade look that stands out in a display case. The knurled handle provides a firm grip even with wet hands, and the knife rides in a black leather sheath. Because the blade is carbon steel, wipe it with a lightly oiled cloth now and then to keep the polish free of rust.

On the Shelf and in the Collection

The Fairbairn-Sykes is one of the most recognized knives ever made, and most buyers choose it as a display piece, a gift for a veteran, or a cornerstone for a WWII edged weapons collection. One owner called the point one of the fiercest he had ever seen, while another noted the edges aren't sharpened to a utility knife standard, which fits a design meant for thrusting rather than cutting. Paired with a smatchet or a Gurkha kukri, it rounds out a collection of the blades that defined Allied special forces in the Second World War.

 

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Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.

Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.

Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.

 

Jacket & Shirt Sizing

In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.

To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit. 

This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:

14"-15" PtP = XXS

16-17" PtP = Extra Small

18"-19" PtP = Small

20-21" PtP = Medium

22-23" PtP = Large

24-25" PtP = Extra Large

26-27" PtP = XXL

28-29" PtP = 3XL

Pant Sizing

We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.

To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.

To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.

Surplus Condition Guide

  1. Unissued
  2. These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be. 
  3. Issued; Good / Issued
  4. These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
  5. Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
  6. Grade 2
  7. These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
  8. This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
Prop 65 Warning

All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:

“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”

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