USMC Briddell Bolo Knife Book Original late war stamped steel

Original late war stamped steel Lafette sight block

but there are a few photos floating around that show freezing soldiers cramming bundles of sticks down the top opening to burn

overall fairly good wearable condition but it does have some flaws

Highly detailed down to the tool marks (even heat discoloration of the steel on the white painted flags

The collar is just sitting in place in the photos (although there is a hole in the dress to attach it)

USMC Briddell Bolo Knife Book Original late war stamped steelVintage WWII Pacific Theater USMC Briddell knife. I have seen this referred to as a Marine Corps piece and as a Medical Corps piece and as a bolo knife or machete. I don't know a lot about it myself. It is in heavily used worn condition. There is a crack in the wooden handle. There is some pitting and chips and rust on the blade. USA SALES ONLY! No international sales as I am not sure each countries rules on importing blades.