Tactical Knives: Designs, Manufacturers, Applications (inc.switchblade; Maritime; Survival; Hatchet Knives; Combat; Randall Made; Conrad 'Ben' Baker; Fixed Blade; etc) by Pohl, Dietmar - 2003

Wisconsin: Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2003, 1st US edition, First Printing, 2003. ----------softcover, about 7.5w x 9.5h inches, a Near Fine example, looks new, 191 pages, b&w and colour photos, ---"The 1980s gave birth to combat knives, a type of knife developed specifically for police and military Special Forces. This comprehensive reference is the first to illustrate the development, varieties, and applications of this advanced type of knife from its origins through today. Dozens of knife styles are identified and showcased, including survival knives, multi-tool, tantos, Bowie, machetes, and other trench, commando, boot, and neck knives. Special attention is given to knives that served troops in World War II and Vietnam, as well as those carried by today's Special Forces"---, any image directly beside this listing is the actual book and not a generic photo ///NOT SIGNED ---GUARANTEED to be AVAILABLE/// ---sizes are approximate (generally within 1/8 inch)---. First Edition. Soft Cover. Near Fine (see desciption). Illus. by Photo Cover. 7.5w x 9.5h Inches.