WWII 1945 Philippines Theater Knife – Hand-Engraved Souvenir Dagger

Description

WWII 1945 Philippines Theater Knife – Hand-Engraved Souvenir Dagger
Short Product Description A striking authentic artifact from the Pacific Theater of WWII. This 1945 Philippine souvenir knife features a hand-engraved blade depicting native tropical scenery and a distinctive “winged” brass guard. A must-have for military collectors and historians of the 1945 liberation.

Detailed Description This is a genuine WWII-era “Theater Knife” or souvenir dagger, likely crafted by local artisans in the Philippines for an American GI during the closing months of the war.

The Blade: Features detailed hand-engravings, including the text “Philippines 1945” alongside traditional imagery of a palm tree and a native Nipa hut.

The Hilt: Boasts a unique, eagle-winged style crossguard made of solid brass, which was a common stylistic choice for theater knives of this region.

The Handle: Hand-carved from a dark, dense material—most likely Water Buffalo (Carabao) horn, which was the traditional material for these builds—featuring an ergonomic finger-grip design.

Condition: Excellent vintage patina. The engravings remain sharp and clear. Shows honest wear consistent with an 80-year-old military souvenir.