TEK Fairbairn-Sykes X-Dagger
Fairbairn-Sykes X-dagger handmade by Travis Evans Knives. An exact re-creation of an original X-dagger, with the addition of makers mark etchings. The robust knurled grip and large steel cross guard provide a solid hold, while the ‘blind’ top nut (hidden tang) keeps the assembly tight.
This 3-piece hilt has a traditional hot black oxide finish. The hollow ground blade retains thickness up to the needle point and displays traditionally acid-etched TEK markings front and back.
Paired with a quality handmade leather sheath for ‘inside-the-waistband’ carry, most notably used at the WW2 secret training ground STS-103 ‘Camp X’.
$800.00
In stock
X-daggers are widely known in collecting circles as the ‘precursor’ to the 1st pattern F-S fighting knife. Fairbairn, Sykes and other members of the Shanghai Municipal Police designed and manufactured these knives in the very early stages of WW2.
They are significantly different to the F-S, with long, heavily daggered needle point blades and broad ricassos. Noticeably heavier, X-daggers were often preferred among SAS, OSS and SOE operators.
Specifications
Blade Length: 196mm / 7.7 inches
Overall Length: 320mm / 12.6 inches
Handle Type: Brass F-S ‘coke bottle’ grip, knurled, black oxide finish
Cross Guard: 2 ½ inch steel oval cross guard, black oxide finish
Blade Steel: 52100 High-Carbon Steel, hollow grind, satin polish
Sheath: ‘Camp X’ style – Inside waistband, button hole, form-fitted
In Victoria, prohibited weapons which include daggers are heavily regulated under the Control of Weapons Act 1990 and Control of Weapons Regulations 2021. Purchasing or selling these items without a specific Governor in Council Exemption Order (GIC) or Chief Commissioner’s Approval (CCP) is illegal within Victoria.