A First World War Canadian folding pocket utility knife, dated 1914, stamped M&D (Militia & Defense), with classic copper loop with brass pin.

Condition Report

Overall, condition is middling to fair.

There are a couple of nicks to the edges of the shortest blade, with some noticeable patches of rust near to the area where it folds into the body. The same blade has some pitting to one side, with the opposite side being in slightly better condition, but again with some small patches of rust.

The Marlin spike has some generalised pitting and discolouration throughout. The longest blade has a further nick to the sharp edge and some pitting to the blade. The War Department arrow is slightly worn. The copper loop has a small split and a small dent. The frame of the knife again has a few minor dings and dents to the edges, generally consistent with age and use.
I am unsure what the fourth small tool is (or if it is even meant to come out!), but that one, in particular, is very rusty. The interior of the frame is also somewhat dirty and rusty.

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