ARGENTINE 1995 PRESIDENT MENEM RE-ELECTION COMMANDO BRAND KNIFE & SHARPENER SET

Description: ** CONSIGNMENT SALE ** ARGENTINE COMANDO BRAND DELUXE KNIFE & KNIFE SHARPENER SET1995 PRESIDENT MENEM RE-ELECTION TEAM'S PRESENTMINT The "Comando" brand knives were manufactured from the 70s until the end of the 90s.Despite the name "Commando", it was never a regulation or military knife, the name "Commando" was used mostly to attract customers, because the design of this knife is far from being a true tactical knife, being more of a model for boy scouts. This knife is very particular, its condition is mint, it is dated 1995, it is presented as a set in a box lined in rustic paper marked "LEGITIMO CUCHILLO COMANDO", with a sheath for the set in black leather with its interior lined in thinner brown leather stitched and glued, it has a snap fastener and has two protective flaps on the sides, there are two loops sewn inside to hold the knife's scabbard and a 92 mm - 3-5/8" conical knife sharpener with its brown scabbard. This knife was one of the least common gifts that were given only to selected supporters and contributors of the Re-election Team of President Menem of Argentina during the 1995 Presidential Elections.Carlos Saul Menem (1930-2021) was twice elected President of the Argentine Republic (1989/1995 and 1995/1999) and up to today was by far the most charismatic and best politically connected worldwide Argentine President since the return of democracy after the dark years of the Junta (1976-1983).This knife was NOT of Menem's personal use or from his personal collection, but was part of the best gifts of his team during his 1995 re-election. Bowie blade made of German 420 stainless steel with half tang.The hilt is made of metal alloy with antimony, includes a small quilion, which ends in a ball and makes the handguard, finish is chrome plated.The handles are made of black plastic.The handles are held in place by two chrome plated screws. It has the following markings:- on the handguard it has the serial number: 100402.- On the left side of the blade the word "COMANDO" and on the left ricazzo "INOX. IMPORTADO TEMPLADO IND. ARGENTINA" (Inoxidable Importado Templado Industria Argentina = Imported Stainless Steel Tempered Made in Argentina).- on the right side of the blade "DR CARLOS SAUL MENEM - PRESIDENTE DE LA REPUBLICA ARGENTINA" (DR CARLOS SAUL MENEM - PRESIDENT OF THE ARGENTINE REPUBLIC).- on the left handle there is a black bronze plaque marked "MENEM 1995". The one piece brown leather scabbard is sewed, it has a belt loop with a loose strap to secure the pommel and has a riveted crossed strap with a snap fastener to secure the handguard quillion, scabbard is marked "COMANDO INDUSTRIA ARGENTINA" (Made in Argentina). Total length 262 mm - 10-5/16".Blade Length 143 mm - 5-5/8".Blade Width 29 mm - 1-1/8"Blade Thickness 2 mm - 3/32".Handle Length 119 mm - 4-11/16"Knife Weight 245 gr - 8.6 ozWeight of complete set 640 gr - 1 lb 6.6 oz FEEL FREE TO SEND YOUR OFFER BY EBAY MESSAGE !! I SHIP WORLDWIDE WITH DHL EXPRESS6 TO 14 DAYS TO MOST DESTINATIONS NO KNIFE SHIPMENTS TO JAPAN. SORRY, DO NOT INSIST, JAPANESE GOVERNMENT CONSIDER A KNIFE AS AN OFFENSIVE WEAPON AND DESTROYS IT AND DOES NOT ALLOW RETURNS. These are original surplus items, they are used items with more than 30 years old and some parts can be worn, cracked paint and scraped. Some rust can be found on steel surfaces.But ANY piece is broken or unserviceable. Pls do not hesitate to ask!!!! Worldwide Shipping included.Goods may be subject to Customs inspection at country of destination. IMPORTANT: Save costs. Buy more than one item and combine shipping.Be smart. Visit NOW my other auctions.DHL EXPRESS minimum rate allows up to 1500 grams / 3 pounds of cargo weight.There is usually a lot of empty space in most shipments. Ask for a full shipping rate discount on any additional listed items with shipping included that you wish to purchase from my auction list.

Price: 260 USD

Location: ITUZAINGO, BUENOS AIRES

End Time: 2023-12-23T22:48:57.000Z

Shipping Cost: 23 USD