Description
Australian knuckleduster fighting knife. Brass knuckleduster hilt with four finger slots and studs on the guard. The spear point double edged blade is fastened into a slotted groove in the grip and secured by two steel rivets. There are no markings visible on blade or guard.
Contextual Description
This knife belonged to VX27997 Thomas Smyth who served with the 2/4th Field Regiment in New Guinea during the Second World War.
Details
Accession Number
REL24208.001
Classification
Technology
Object Type
Edged weapon or club
Physical Description
Material: Brass
Material: Steel
Measurement
Overall length
Gallery location
Main Bld: World War 2 Gallery, Gallery 3
Copyright
Copyright not applicable
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