Original Italian WWII Fascist Fighting Knife with Steel Scabbard Japanese Flags The Dutch vessel opened fire

The Dutch vessel opened fire while still at a great distance and had over thirty smaller Dutch Gun boat vessels in support

Trained for combat with B-17's

The accidental use of a conventional bullet was the main cause of incidents

Clear grain in the blade body

Original Italian WWII Fascist Fighting Knife with Steel Scabbard Japanese Flags The Dutch vessel opened fireOriginal Item: One Only. This is an excellent example of the rare WWII Italian Fascist Fighting Knife, sometimes called a "Pugio". This example has a 8 1 4 inch steel blade blade with wood grip and steel cross guard, and complete with its steel scabbard and belt clip. The knife is 13 inches in overall length. Condition of the knife is very good, with the expected wear from service and sharpening. There is some light oxidation on the ricasso and cross