Shelham Australian Army Clasp Knife

The Shelham clasp knife is a nice bit of local history. Shelham is a brand name created by Sheldon and Hammond, a major import company that sourced knives made overseas, primarily in Japan, for the Australian market. Since the 1980s, they’ve supplied the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with a 3-blade stainless steel clasp knife modelled after the UK-made version, first issued in 1952 at the start of the cold war. Interestingly, the Shelham knife seems to come in two variations: one for the civilian market and one issued to the military, complete with government markings on the side One of the features of this knife is its combination of a sheepsfoot blade and a marlin spike. It’s both distinctive and highly functional bit of equipment, especially when dealing with ropes and lines. This knife has the NATO stock number: 5110-66-013. Clasp knives have a long history in Australia, dating back to World War I, when they were essential tools for soldiers in the trenches. If you enjoyed the video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop a comment below, guys! -