Original U.S. WWII Era “Theater Made” Double-Edged Combat Knife With Micarta Handle and Leather Sheath - Named To “Cpl. R.J. Benoit” Restoration Materials just a size 55 stamped

just a size 55 stamped on the underside

it is marked clearly on the front with Deutsche Reichsbahn

The lock was also replaced with a spare very early lock

In North American theaters

1st Duke of Berwick

Original U.S. WWII Era “Theater Made” Double-Edged Combat Knife With Micarta Handle and Leather Sheath - Named To “Cpl. R.J. Benoit” Restoration Materials just a size 55 stampedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a unique and fascinating fighting knife from the U. S. during WWII. The knife was made by the armorers and engineers stationed in the Pacific theater, who were responsible for maintaining and modifying weapons and gear on large capital ships. These skilled fabricators were essential to the war effort and were often required to create weapons and equipment from scratch from the soldiers who requested them.