Robbins of Dudley were a metal working Company in Dudley Worcester England who at the outbreak of WW1 began making Trench Fighting weapons. Their work was copied in the era by other British manufacturers (see page 24 and illustration plates 32-34 of British & Commonwealth Military Knifes by Ron Flook where Robbins of Dudley examples similar to our un-named example are illustrated). This is an original, WW1 Robbins Of Dudley type trench/ fighting knife push dagger in as found condition by an unknown maker. It has an alloy handle which has a manufacture casting fault near to the blade which can be seen in the images causing the blade to be loose. It has a flat steel knuckle shaped bow and steel blade. The knife has a total length of 6 ¼” and the double edged blade with central blood grooves is 4 ¾” length. The blade has small areas of staining consistent with age. The handle and blade have no manufacturer marks. The knife is complete with its original leather scabbard with retaining strap and single stud fastener. The rear has a stitched belt loop. The leather and stitching are intact. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 19912
£875.00