Fairbairn-Sykes Command Knife

Fairbairn-Sykes Command Knife – The Deadly Silence of the Shadow

Inspired by British commandos of World War II

In the dark nights of occupied Europe, when the war was fought between whispers and steel, a stealthy blade became legendary: the Fairbairn-Sykes knife , emblem of the British commandos. This replica pays homage to that iconic elite weapon, a symbol of precision, stealth, and lethal determination.

The Edge of the Silent Operator

Designed during World War II by hand-to-hand combat experts William E. Fairbairn and Eric A. Sykes , this knife became an indispensable tool for British commandos, paratroopers, and special forces. Its thin, symmetrical blade allowed for quick, precise attacks, ideal for covert operations.

Hand Forged Decorative Replica

This non-functional version is a decorative piece faithful to the historical original . Its hand-forged carbon steel blade accurately reproduces the shape and dimensions of the original knife. However, unlike the combat model, it is unsharpened , making it a safe piece for collection or display.

Main features:

• Blade material: carbon steel

• Total length: approx. 30 cm

• Blade length: approx. 18 cm

• Maximum blade width: approx. 2.8 cm

• Unsharpened replica, ideal as a collector's item

Carry a legend of 20th-century military history with you. Ideal for collectors, reenactors, or World War II enthusiasts, this knife embodies the quiet spirit of close combat.

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