Original WWII Large EG Waterman EGW Stacked Leather Grip Fighting Knife with Custom Handle & Sheath Category_Lock Assembly The fact that this is

The fact that this is one with mottled orange grips only makes it rarer and more desirable

which is why the paint has chipped a bit

This was traditionally bound to the left forearm for easy access with the right hand

Failing to complete development soon enough to start production in time to have 200 tanks ready for the promised date of 1 April 1917

and we suspect it was part of some type of display for a long time

Original WWII Large EG Waterman EGW Stacked Leather Grip Fighting Knife with Custom Handle & Sheath Category_Lock Assembly The fact that this isOriginal Item: Only One Available. Offered in nice condition this genuine E. G. Waterman Company of New York City produced WWII fighting knife. These knives were very popular among USGIs during WW2 due to their versatility. While not an official U. S. issue, private purchase knives were extremely common. Multiple variations were made with both wood and leather handles (see page 165 of U. S. Military Knives Collector's Guide By Silvey & Boyd). This