Description
Rare Johnson Western Works Sheffield, 1943 Sailors/Rigging Knife with Marlin spike[Used – Excellent Cond.]
Brand: Johnson Western Works Sheffield
Mode/Typel: Sailors/Rigging Knife
Blade Material: High Carbon Steel
Blade Length[approx.]: 2.75″ | 2.50″ | Spike: 3.00″
Open Length[approx.]: 6.75″
Closed Length[approx.]: 4.50″
Blade Type: Sheepsfoot, Stitch & Splitting tool, Marlin Spike
Lock Type: Slip-lock
Color: Brown & Silver
Year[approx.]: 1943
Number of Blades: 3
Country of Manufacture: USA
Handle Material: Composite, Steel Liners, Pins and Bail.
Condition: [Used – Excellent Cond.]
Note: Blades and spike have excellent snap. Blade shows signs of usage and sharpening. Holds open, closed and partial positions as expected.


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