United States. A Cattaraugus 225Q Commando Fighting Knife visually-hidden 7mm (w) x 79

7mm (w) x 79

69 mm (w) x 24

with period replacement bar suspension in bronze

with "Ankylosis" (abnormal stiffening and immobility of a joint due to fusion of the bones) of the third finger (ring finger) on his right hand

obverse depicting a white-enamelled Latin Cross in silver gilt

United States. A Cattaraugus 225Q Commando Fighting Knife visually-hidden 7mm (w) x 79Manufactured by Cattaraugus, the model 225q is a rugged and versatile knife designed for use by the US fighting forces, featuring a very stout blade measuring 15cm in length, handle comprised of stacked leather washers with a checkered steel pommel, in its original leather scabbard, fine.