WW1 British Trench / Boot Knife (S.Hibbert & Son, Sheffield)

A rather intriguing WW1 (or earlier) British private purchase boot knife bearing the Sheffield makers name S.Hibbert & Son.
Hibbert`s company were renowned from the 1890`s for manufacturing military field cutlery and fighting knives, it was during this period that he started producing the thistle pommeled knuckle knives that became very popular with junior field officer`s during WW1.
This scarce boot knife variant with its single edged blade is in untouched, un-cleaned condition , the blade has some age related staining and very light surface rusting which could be improved/removed, the actual cutting edge measures 5 3/4 inches and has a small topside leading edge.
One face of the ricasso bears the makers name, the other the "Skipper" trade mark, no notch cut into the ricasso to receive a cross guard, intentionally left off to avoid rubbing the leg whilst the knife is inserted inside a high leg boot.
The chequered ebony slab grips are in good order and held firm with five brass rivets.
The tooled leather scabbard is in good order apart from were the tongue/boot hook is attached to main body, some loose stitching and weakening creating movement side to side.
Never encountered this variant before.
Sorry Mainland UK sale ONLY, must be over 21, photo I.D will be required before being despatched.

Code: 50837