Knife, Trench, USM3, IMPERIAL 1943 on Blade, with Scabbard, USM6, SBL CO. 1943
Genuine WWII USM3 trench knife, manufactured by Imperial, hallmarked on blade and dated 1943, featuring the Ordnance Department flaming bomb stamped on pommel cap.
Comes in its original USM6 leather scabbard, manufactured by SBL CO in 1943. The sheath is fastened on to the back part by copper rivets, the last of which is slightly off centre to allow for a leg lace. Fastening of the two leather parts is ensured by a strong sewn seam. Approved from 2 January 1943, the USM6 sheath features strengthening pieces consisting of two rectangular metal plates, one on each side, fastened by four rivets which help keep together the leather. Modified metal staples reinforce the top of the sheath on which rests the knife's hilt.
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Besides, we remind you that Article R.645-1 of the French Penal Code establishes fines applicable to fifth class contraventions (except in the specific cases of a filming, show or exhibition which refer to historical events) for any individual who wears a uniform, insignia or symbol reminiscent of those worn by members of the various organizations declared criminal in application of Article 9 of the Charter of the International Military Tribunal annexed to the London Agreement of August 8, 1945 – SS, SD, Gestapo, Nazi leaders (the Führer, the Reichsleitung, the Gauleiters and their main collaborators, the Ortsgruppenleiter, the Zellenleiter and the Blockleiter), or reminiscent of those worn by any person found guilty, by a French or International Jurisdiction, of one or several crimes against humanity established by Articles 211-1 to 212-3 or mentioned in Law No. 64-1326 of December 26, 1964.
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