SOE KNIFE possibly made by Albanians REVISED

War
Never to celebrate
Never to idolise
Yet Always recall and remember
The person and their time

previous post shows drawing of a knife that I have held.
no books have shown anything close
Possibly made for Albanian or North African SOE campaign
Anyone have info
drawing attached again

Hi there,

Looking at the descriptions to each part, the grip has possibly been cast from aluminium.
The serrations on the blade near the hilt are interesting though.

Do you have the original knife, or have you seen this somewhere?

Either way, it could make an interesting reproduction project. If you ever want an accurate copy made, just let me know.

All the best,

Macdonald

Macdonald wrote:
Hi there,

Looking at the descriptions to each part, the grip has possibly been cast from aluminium.
The serrations on the blade near the hilt are interesting though.

Do you have the original knife, or have you seen this somewhere?

Either way, it could make an interesting reproduction project. If you ever want an accurate copy made, just let me know.

All the best,

Macdonald

Hi
Thanks for your reply.
I agree the grip was cast aluminium. Last time I held it I only recall the efficiency of it and no noticeable weight issue.
In regards to the serrations, my Grandfather showed me the process of use. Hope the following isnt disturbing. Ceist la guerre.
From behind enemy break the jaw with grip and then slide blade down the throat to minimise vocal sounds and disable life quickly.
My Uncle was the last to see it and my Grandmother is convinced that it is behind her wardrobe. I have asked for photos to help identify it. As you can imagine and I understand, I am showing an interest in what was a time of horror for them. Asking my grandmother questions is asking her to recall what she would prefer to forget.
Hoping to get the photos eventually and have a replica made.
the knife should rightfully be left to my uncle when my Grandmother passes on.
Could you give an estimate of cost to build a replica.
Cheers and regards
Paul Jeavons
PS I have sent info request to recently deceased Colonel David Smiley's surviving sons. As they both were in the same force in Albania, they may have some info.

Hi Paul,

So far despite extensive searches I've only found one knuckle knife with serrations as you describe - unfortunately this one is very modern!

http://www.brassknucklescompany.com/CRE/stealth-knuckles-knife-wartech-pi-380.html?image=0

Nick

Hi Nick,

It is that one wee feature that makes it an unusual design, but the one you found follows that same design idea for sure.

This page http://www.snyderstreasures.com/pages/knuckle_knives.htm
shows several variations on Commando and trench knife types.

There are a few where the grip, knuckles and lower guard are all cast as one piece, as the original illustration above seems to suggest (and much like the U.S. 1918 model grip).

Paul, I shall send you a private message regarding a quote for reproduction.

All the best,

Macdonald