Vintage Japanese Pilot-Style Survival Knife – Sawback

Japanese-made fixed-blade survival knife patterned after the classic military jet pilot survival knife design.

Features an approximately 5-inch modified clip-point blade, notched spine, stacked-leather grip, metal crossguard and hexagonal pommel. The pommel unscrews to reveal an empty hollow handle compartment.

• Blade marking: JAPAN

• Overall length: Approximately 9¼ inches

• Blade length: Approximately 5 inches

• Includes two brown leather sheaths

• Manufacturer and exact production date unknown

Knife exhibits substantial age-related surface wear, oxidation, scratches and patina. The leather handle and sheaths also show wear.

This is a Japanese commercial-style survival knife; military issue or Vietnam War service has not been established.

From a privately held estate knife collection. Sold as pictured.