GUN FALL 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/31/2017
RARE AND FINE "COLLINS" WWII US AIR CORPS V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.This is an extremely fine, orig and authentic example of a highly reproduced knife measuring 14-1/4" overall with 9-7/16" Bowie blade marked "COLLINS & CO / logo with hammer / LEGITIMUS / MADE IN USA / NO. 18" with 2-pc black composition grip retained by 5 brass rivets. Knife is accompanied by orig brown leather scabbard. SIZE: PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade shows old cleaning with light pitting, polished bright. Brass cross guard is smooth. Tooled brown leather scabbard properly maker marked and has tear near tip. 52332-217 JS (300-500)