Fairbairn Sykes B-2 Dagger "nickel-plated"

Fairbairn Sykes type B-2 dagger all nickel finish and Rare its specific scabbard

Marked 56 on the hilt and 6.14" blade

Leather scabbard without elastic with its ‘wings’ present androunded chape are nickel plated 

This type of dagger was Captain W.E. Fairbairn's favourite model when training Commandos and SOE (Special Operations Executive) personnel in combat techniques

He used to say "There is nothing that frightens the enemy so much, as when he sees a shining blade in the night"

This model is manufactured by Wilkinson Sword

The Broad Arrow 56 on the guard corresponds to the inspection mark