Vietnam-era Randall-style Special Forces Fighting Knife and Sheath

Vietnam-era Randall-style Special Forces Fighting Knife and Sheath, leather grip with a brass pommel and a brass guard, marked on the blade "CCS 5TH SF GA 1ST SF/RT TEXAS" and on the other side "SGT. JAMES W. PIERCE/464 80 9126," and a black leather sheath with a sharpening stone and pocket, blade lg. 6, overall lg. 10 5/8 in. Provenance: The collection of Nicholas A. Penachio. Estimate $300-500 In overall good condition with some light wear on the sheath and some finish wear on the blade from the sheath. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.