RPK 25cm Russian Folding Guard Finger groove vintage automatic knife

RPK 25cm Russian Folding Guard Finger groove vintage automatic knife made in Russia sometime between 1960s and 1980s most likely. It is believed that many automatic knives were hand made in Russian prisons during that time to be sold to generate money for the facilities. This knife has many of the characteristics of those knives and definitely came from Russia.

The knife measures 25.2cm (9 7/8 inches) open and 5 3/8 inches closed with steel liners, bolsters, guards & button.

The unusually shaped Turkish saber grind blade is 100% full with original finish and no markings except some decorative light engraving.

Handles are dark smooth synthetic and in very nice condition.

Function is great with blade tip