Original Italian WWII Fascist Fighting Knife with Steel Scabbard Japanese Flags marking the first time since

marking the first time since World War II that two Marine fighter squadrons comprised the fighter arm of a Navy Air Wing

The Parris-Dunn Corporation was founded by William G

Its last assignment was with the 481st Night Fighter Operational Training Group

Clear grain in the blade body

Original Italian WWII Fascist Fighting Knife with Steel Scabbard Japanese Flags marking the first time sinceOriginal Item: One Only. This is an excellent example of the rare WWII Italian Fascist Fighting Knife, sometimes called a "Pugio". This example has a 8 1 4 inch steel blade blade with wood grip and steel cross guard, and complete with its steel scabbard and belt clip. The knife is 13 inches in overall length. Condition of the knife is very good, with the expected wear from service and sharpening. There is some light oxidation on the ricasso and cross