Original U.S. Cold War Era Bauchop Fighting Survival Knife with Unscrewable Pommel in Original Nylon Scabbard - Dated 1985 - From Collection of American Edged Weapon Museum Uniforms so we assume it is

so we assume it is some type of variation

while the left side has the insignia of the 52nd Armored Engineer Battalion

261 machines were produced during the Great Patriotic War

The crown of the helmet has a faded maker mark from MORITZ TILLER & Co

Original U.S. Cold War Era Bauchop Fighting Survival Knife with Unscrewable Pommel in Original Nylon Scabbard - Dated 1985 - From Collection of American Edged Weapon Museum Uniforms so we assume it isOriginal Item. Only One Available. Peter Bauchop is an iconic South African knifemaker who was active during the 1970s and 1980s. His knives went all over the world and were purchased and used by many in the armed forces. His knives were a favorite of South African Special Forces. This example came to us from the Larry Thomas American Edged Weapon Museum in Intercourse, Pennsylvania, further cementing its authenticity and prestige. This is a great