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Category - Knives - Military Non US - Knives - Fighting

Category
Knives - Military Non US
Knives - Fighting

Austaralian "Z Force" commando knuckle knife

Description:
These are exceptionally rare knives specially made for the Australian “Z Force” commandos in WWII. Estimates are that less than 200 were made. Unknown how many survive. Similar to our current Navy Seals, the Z Force Commandos had the prerogative to order specially made equipment directly from the government.  They are famous for being carried by deeply embedded Australian agents tasked with disrupting Japanese supply lines in the Pacific islands chain around Indonesia and Borneo. They were ordered and arrived in time to be carried on the HMS Krait raid.

They were ostensibly made by Greg Steel with either brass or mazak (a kind of pot metal) grips. This one is mazak gripped and has the various government markings as shown in the photos. It is in excellent condition. Includes the properly marked original sheath. All stitching and rivets are sound. Leather is pliable.

This example is attributed to Corporal Leo Spitz, who was a member of the 2/8 Australian Commando Squadron. His Australian Department of Veteran’s Affairs service record is included.

There is an excellent, multi-page article in Knife World (November 2020). These knives are also displayed in many references to include Silvey WWII (pg 59), Flook British & Commonwealth Knives, pg 165, and Walters II, pg 192; among many others referenced in the KW article.

Terms of Sale: Must be over 18 to bid. These items are sold as collectibles only and are warranted to be as described and shown in the photographs. No guarantee or warranty is expressed or implied as to the usability of the item for its original purpose. The buyer certifies that he or she is of lawful age and is not prevented by any law from the purchase or possession of these items. The buyer is responsible for knowing, understanding and obeying all International, Federal, State and Local laws concerning the purchase and possession of these items. Knives are sold as collector artifacts only, and not as weapons. I try to describe as best as I can and take detailed, appropriate pictures. If I make a mistake, pls advise me so I can correct – thanks.

Shipping costs apply only to USA. FOREIGN BIDS are on a negotiated basis and buyer would assume all risk!!

Price: $4,500.00