Original U.S. Global War on Terror Era Richard Batson 75th Ranger Regiment Etched Fighting Knife in Correct Leather Sheath with Sharpening Stone by Gutcher - Extremely Rare 17th Century and the receiver is marked

and the receiver is marked on the top tang and trigger guard with serial number J8718

which definitely had the end sawn off

Dimensions: 12” long

This extremely rare previously unknown

There is a repair near the saddle bar in the stock

Original U.S. Global War on Terror Era Richard Batson 75th Ranger Regiment Etched Fighting Knife in Correct Leather Sheath with Sharpening Stone by Gutcher - Extremely Rare 17th Century and the receiver is markedOriginal Item. One of a Kind. Some of the most sought after handmade fighting knives are those of Richard Batson, who worked part time making knives while serving in the Army from 1958 1970, mainly for active duty personnel. He continued making knives until roughly 2013, and is renowned for his craftsmanship and attention to detail. This example is one of the nicest Batson knife weve ever come across, and has fantastic blade etching for the 75th