This Outstanding Relic Has Been Sold. Thank you!   RARE FRENCH DIVING KNIFE WW II or Earlier!   Guaranteed Authentic Steel & Brass                                     No Markings Weight 3 lbs 15 oz                              Made 20th Century   Overall Dimension knife 15“               Blade 8” x 1 1/8” x 1/4”        Hilt 4 5/8“ x 1 1/4“  x 1 1/4”                  Sheath 10 3/8“ L x 1 3/4“ Dia   Presented is an unmarked, very rare, French WW II dive knife. Knives of this type are rarely seen and are highly prized. We were lucky to obtain this one from the estate of a long standing Boston collector of high quality nautical antiques who had a reputation for seeking quality and rarity. This one has a wonderful patina in military olive tones of green from light on the grip to darker on the sheath. The brass is all in excellent condition. The blade has considerable black spots and pitting on both sides, and may be an old replacement.   Unfortunately, there is little documented information as to when these knives were made and who manufactured them. Antique and vintage diving expert and author, Leon Lyons believes they date to WW II or earlier. The knife is designed to screw into the top 3/8 inch of a cast brass sheath which is threaded to hold it securely, and which allows it to be easily and quickly removed. The upper edge of the knife blade is flat and the lower edge has a very sharp edge.  A highly desirable and rare very rare French dive knife for the collector or for use.                          Obverse side of blade and hilt  Screw in threads on knife and in sheath CONDITION: The patina is military olive green and varies from dark to light on the grip. Considering its age, everything is in very good condition and tight. The blade has a sharp edge and very small black speckling and and some pitting. There are some light marks from use. A highly desirable piece.   STANDARD FLAT RATE SHIPPING, INSURANCE & PACKING to 48 contiguous States, $20.00 OUR UNCONDITIONAL NO NONSENSE GUARANTEE: If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned, if without damage, within three days of receipt in its original packaging. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization by us for the return is required. Shipping charges within the continental United States are  included in this offer if the error is due to our fault.     International buyers welcome, but inquire first.  We have satisfied customers in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Chile, China, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denmark, Dubai, Estonia, England, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Martinique, Mexico, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Nova Scotia, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, USVI and the Eastern Caribbean.   ACCEPTED FORMS OF PAYMENT are Bank wire transfer, cashier's check, or personal check in which case the item will be held until cleared. Our prices are quoted net to seller, but credit cards may be accepted through PayPal for verified members by special arrangement.      Copyright 2012 by Land And Sea Collection™, All Rights Reserved