Original WWII U.S. Navy MK 5 Deep Sea Dive Knife with Brass Scabbard & Securing Strap British Ordnance It is hand operated with

It is hand operated with a pistol grip and trigger

Various other WW2 markings on various parts together with possible post war numerals added

The brass mounts and the butt cap

mostly intact but with condition issues from use and storage

Original WWII U.S. Navy MK 5 Deep Sea Dive Knife with Brass Scabbard & Securing Strap British Ordnance It is hand operated withOriginal Item: Only One Available. These are most uncommon today but were essential equipment for the hardhat divers of the WWII era. Just what Bob Hope needed in the film "The Road to Bali" when fighting a giant squid! Offered in excellent condition, this rare WWII example has the standard 6 3 4" blade with saw teeth on one edge. The grip is turned hardwood and the hilt has a brass pommel, and the knife screws into a heavy brass cylindrical scabbard.