ww2 kinfolks fighting knife

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This U.S. Navy Model 1917 Boarding Cutlass Scabbard is in nice condition showing some age and wear. Knife blade has been sharpened with scratches and dark areas. Summary; Recently Viewed . Casing is headstamped 42 R A . [4] Despite Ordnance descriptions of the knife as being designed for hand-to-hand warfare, the M3 did not receive universal praise as a close-quarters fighting knife upon issue to combat units. Very sharp!!! ok joo ri instagram. The reverse ricasso is markedKINFOLKSoverINC.near the spine, with a sweeping forward leg of the K underscoring the word in an arc. WWII US Fighting Bowie Knife Cattaraugus 225Q USA USMC Army (#394437099572) a***k (69) - Feedback left by buyer a***k (69). About Me Snap functions great. Blade measures 8 inches in length. Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. Comes with a beautiful leather M6 scabbard made by . The guard was thick steel angled on top to form a thumb rest. Please email me [email protected] you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. The lot features four knives, a Rocca Carcano Italian bayonet, Kukri Nepalese Machete & skinner, and a believed t, WWII US Kinfolks Fighting Bowie Knife USA Army USN Air Corps 9 3/4" Please view all photos as they are part of the description and condition of this Item, Feel free to contact me with questions or pic. They are reluctant to take advice given here so they are just going to keep selling them I guess. Kabar USN NAVY M2 Combat fighting knife (authentic) Excelent. Overall length is 10 1/8 inches. The rare Western produced V-44s were a simplified version of the 3rdand 4thproduction Collins #18 knife. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. Leather handle shows some dents to both sides. You are bidding on a preowned Original WW2 Kinfolks 6" Blade Fighting Knife. Scabbard is real nice with no damage. Blade is tight. registration. Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. Original WW2 WWII Era Kinfolks Blade Fighting Knife w/ Leather Kinfolks Scabbard | Collectibles, Militaria, WW II (1939-45) | eBay! As the war progressed, Kinfolks had to phase out the use of aluminum due to the wartime ban on the use of the strategic metals for the non-essential products. The blade shows a moderate amount of freckled surface oxidation and some tiny flecks of minor pinpricking scattered here and there. Scabbard is nice showing some light wear but no damage. [4] Some soldiers also found the M3's cutting edge to be difficult to maintain in the field. Sn 20444:1 - 20444:1 An excellent WW2 United States V-44 Combat and Survival Bowie knife and scabbard made by Kinfolks Incorporated, Williamsburg, VA part of the Case family business (see page 67 of Fred Stephens book, 'Fighting Knives . It appears to be in very good condition. World War II, WW2, US M3 Case Airborne Paratrooper fighting knife, no reserve . Enter your search keyword Advanced: Daily Deals; Help & Contact; Sell; My eBay Expand My eBay. Leather sheath is initialed "W.S." Please email again if you have any further questions or photo requests and I'd be happy to accomodate. The knife is about 9-5/8 / 24.4 cm overall; fullered blade is about 5 /12.7 cm long; it is very sharp still; the tip is intact. Blade has not been sharpened. D2 CIRCA: 1930s-1950s ORIGIN: Italy DIMENSION, Dagger and Pocket Knife Assortment Including an original U.S. World War II RH Pal 36 fighting knife with leather scabbard; a Case XX P203-6 chromium fixed blade fish fillet knife in its leather scabba, A THIRD PATTERN FAIRBAIRN SYKES COMMANDO OR FIGHTING KNIFE, 15.25cm flattened diamond section plain blade, regulation ribbed cast metal grip, contained in its partial leather scabbard. WW2 US USMC 1945 CHATILLON N.Y. Bolo Knife & BOYT sheath NICE! We have to look out for each other, and the newer collectors. It was held in place with a steel washer pinned to the tang. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM Length: 31cm. They are not knife people,we are. M4s were issued to troops for use as a combat knife even though their weapon may not have been able to accommodate a bayonet. Both had huge blood grooves, stacked leather handles, and several different guards and pommels. Co. Names Vilakis Tony and Irene have been carved at the back of the sheath. This one has a staked pommel, and appears to be refinished,plus the handle does not appear correct, looks like handle was replaced. Co Scabbard, Located: West Palm Beach, FL, United States. Featuring a 5-to-5.25-inch flat-ground blade, the Mark 1 utility knife was adopted by the Navy as a survival-type knife with sheath. Free shipping for many products! Since 2002, LiveAuctioneers has made exceptional items available for safe purchase in secure online auctions. Although the M3 had competed with the USMC KA-BAR for approval by the Army, the M3, unlike the Marine Corps knife, was not a dual-purpose weapon designed both for close combat (fighting knife) and general use (utility knife). Made in Iraq. Co Scabbard Vintage WWII 1943 Kinfolks Inc US Current Bid: $235.50 Auction ends May 11, 2017 13:59 PDT Bids: 7 Place bid Get to know the seller absoluteestates Located: West Palm Beach, FL, United States Member since: Sep 27, 2000 Positive Feedback: 100% Made in USA. Cases initial production knife was a copy of the third Collins production variant with Bakelite grips, the barbell shaped brass guard and brass rivets to secure the grips. WW2 KINFOLKS (Case) #925 Army Air Force USAAF Fighting Knife ORIGINAL SHEATH An early WW2 U.S. Army Air Forces knife made by Kinfolks.The combination of plastic guard and aluminum pommel identifies th A.F.H. Guards were double steel, the very rare brass or plastic like the pommels. One very positive note, is the knives were not posted as a "starting bid of ", some very high dollar value. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. Initially, the M1 Carbine did not accept a bayonet. I noticed the seller has several on ebay, all look refinished. With proper care this knife will last you another 75 years . The Mark I probably the World War II military knife encountered most in the marketplace. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 U.S.M.C. The Kinfolks V-44 was also a copy of the Collins third variant knife with Bakelite grips, lead rivets and a brass barbell guard. We don't check this mailbox, so please don't reply to this message. Camillus N.Y. . They have some very nice knives for sale too! Comes its original USM8 bakelite scabbard, 1st type, manufactured by B.M. The M3 was developed as a replacement for the World War I-era U.S. Mark I trench knife, primarily to conserve strategic metal resources. Notice the grind marks are showing in the blade. COVINGTON -Rare FSSF Knife, Kinfolks Knife with Stacked Leather Handle & Sheath, US WW2 CASE XX PIG STICKER fighting trench knife 3 sm pin 29th Infantry Div, WW2 CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 GUARD MARKED FIGHTING KNIFE ORIGINAL SHEATH **MINTY**, Vintage KINFOLKS RARE HUNTING KNIFE 5" Steel Blade BONE Handle Full Tang, US WW2 CASE XX PIG STICKER fighting trench knife leather sheath scabbard wwii, WW2 RED SPACER USN PAL RH37 MARK 2 FIGHTING KNIFE IN ORIGINAL SHEATH ***MINTY***, WW2 USMC Custom Fightimg Knife EGA East Bros Sydney, US WW2 Custom RANDALL Model 1 Springfield Fighting Knife w/ Sheath, Rare, Vintage, Yellow Kinfolks Model Y330 & Y333 Twin Set, Hunting Knife, Case. The original scabbard is marked, U.S. M8 B.M. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the knife ? The prototype for what would become the M3 was evaluated in December 1942 by the civilian board of directors of the Smaller War Plants Corporation Board (SWPC) against another competing design, the US Marine Corps' 1219C2 fighting utility knife. Not, Should it be bought or sold for this amount or that amount. Sell a Similar Item. ! Pommel cap is undamaged. That changed my whole perspective on identifying a replaced handle. By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. While designated for issue to soldiers not armed with the bayonet, it was especially designed for such shock units as parachute troops and rangers. WW2 USN (Navy) MK1 Fighting Knife With Original Gray Scabbard USN MKI Mark WWII, VINTAGE KINFOLKS USA STACKED LEATHER FIXED BLADE HUnTING KNIFE, Pair WW2 Vintage Throwing Knifes w Sheath Knife Crafters Philadelphia PA Rare NR, Vintage, Kinfolks Incorporated, Hunting Knife & Hatchet Combo Set, Case, RARE WWII WW2 M3 PAL Fighting Knife US Army USMC M8AI B.M.Co SCABBARD, WW2 CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 KABAR FIGHTING KNIFE, ORIGINAL SHEATH ***MINTY***. nice and tight. All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. Awarded many contracts during the period from 1939 to 1945, Kinfolks produced a significant number of knives in several different patterns which helped our men in the field and in the air with a quality tool when needed. I can't really see the pommels due to the photo angle. Blade has been sharpened. Not trying to misrepresent anything, I'm a fair seller and all my items have a 30 day return policy if buyer is not happy. The knife featured stacked leather handles, double-sided steel guards, and flat steel pommels. Overall this is a very attractive and eminently displayable example of the classic World War II eraV-44 Survival Knife. The Kinfolks company was an outgrowth of the success of the W.R. Case & Sons and Cattaraugus cutlery companies. I don't understand the "white line", is that a scratch in the park made during handle assembly? The M3 fighting knife or M3 trench knife was an American military combat knife first issued in March 1943. wwii kinfolks 6" fighting knife.Has separation on handle and finger guard but still tight blade has chip sheath is dry thanks for looking from Everything from airplanes, tanks, guns, and ammunition were needed to make sure that soldiers were equipped with the right tools. There is no scabbard. Avery nice example of an early issueM3 knife from a scarce maker, ready to add to your WWII edged weapon collection! Blade looks like it was possibly made from a 16" Garand bayonet. Blade measures 5 inches in length. Manufactured by the Imperial company. The improved M8A1 scabbard manufactured later in WWII added the wire hook. While designated for issue to soldiers not armed with the bayonet, it was especially designed for such shock units as parachute troops and rangers. Save Item. (ed. Has some spots left o The man who collected them has passed away, but I have no doubt that these knives are, indeed, as good as they appear. Pick-Up will be 1 WEEK ONLY. According to knife maker, researcher and author M.H. Blade measures 7 3/16 of an inch. Blade is marked USMC and KA-BAR. N.Y." Nice condition with expected wear from use and age. The model 380 was one of the most popular. Camillus, Colonial, Geneva Forge, Pal, Robeson, KA-BAR, Boker and Kinfolks made them. Here is a pic of the blade where you can see the white line and here is another picture of the pommel, where you can see the ordnance marking. Original WW2 era American fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks Cutlery in Little Valley, NY. This is an M3 fighting knife. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. I asked Gary about this and he said that new workers in the factory did not always get the peen right. Snap functions great. Kinda sounds like a "mission statement" doesn't it. WWII US M3 Case fighting Knife - A fighting knife, also commonly called a combat knife, is a knife designed for military use, specifically for close combat. WW2 KINFOLKS NO. The only differences between the two Kinfolks variants is that one was maker marked and the other was not, making it a sterile knife. I told her(the seller) going to this Forum is like going to the doctor. HEAVY TARNISHING TO BLADE. Starting Price $15. The survival machete has been known by collectors as theV-44 Survival Knifefor many years, but most current researchers feel the name is inaccurate and is not a period term. The Collins made variant was initially produced with horn grip scales that were secured by brass rivets and had a brass cross guard with lobe shaped finials at the end that almost resembled a bar bell. This cut is only on one side and can be seen in last photo. Scabbard is nice with no damage. For collectible knives and edged weaponsArgocoinsaccepts payments via credit cards, personal checks drawn from US-based accounts, certified US-based bank checks, and money orders. Orvet Customs Kinfolks Stag Handle Fixed Blade Kinfolks Stag Handle Fixed Blade No box , Come with Original old Kinfolks Leather Sheath Been Sharpened and Used , But Mostly a Full Blade , Look at. Tags: This is the earlier version of the scabbard, but like virtually all M8 scabbards, had the retaining loop at the top added to upgrade it to M8A1 specs. The metal shows some light toning and scattered areas of age discoloration as well, but it completely free of any real pitting. The knife is constructed. After WWII, however, most M1 carbines were retrofitted to accept the M4 bayonet. [4] Reports of blade failures on M3s in service increased as soldiers began to use their trench knives for ordinary utility tasks such as opening ammunition crates and food ration tins, a rle for which the M3 had not been designed. 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July 18 With the fighting in Sicily still raging, General Dwight D. Eisenhower wins support from the Combined Chiefs of Staff for Winston Churchill's idea of a landing in mainland Italy. Blade finishes were blued and polished. The blade-dated RCC has the pommel staked wrong. You may not like what the doctor told you but don't ignore what e says. Save my name and email to use for future comments. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 US M3 Utica Cutlery Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing much wear and age. Though the M3 had competed with the USMC 1219C2 for approval by the Army, the M3, unlike the Marine Corps knife, was not a dual-purpose weapon designed for both close combat (fighting knife) and general use (utility knife). As the U.S. Interesting thread, I pulled out my Cole Book III, and he shows the 1943 blade dated Kinfolks with a staked pommel (pg 101, illustration #17). As more M3 knives became available in 1943 and 1944, the knife was issued to other soldiers such as Army Air Corps crewmen and soldiers not otherwise equipped with a bayonet, including soldiers issued the M1 Carbine or submachine gun. What It should look like on a proper dated Kinfolks Last comment I'll make, the RCC being sold has a 7groove handle, never saw one before, and the PAL blade-dated was he one with what looks like the square cut out like an M4, but filled in. Scabbard is nice with no damage. This is a typical mid-war production type with a simple Bakelite guard, fullered 5-inch blade, and a simple undecorated plain leather scabbard. Camillus Cutlery Co. Blending Metals to Arm Our Fighting Men, Popular Science, Vol. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: This WW2 US M3 Kinfolks Fighting Knife is in nice condition showing some wear and age. Displays well. Fastening straps are present and snap functions great. Case family cousins Dean and Russ Case, along with Tint Champlin started the company in 1925, in Little Valley New York to help provide production support and fixed blade knives to the other two companies. The blade is in aboutFINEcondition and is mostly smooth with only some minute sharpening marks present along the edge. The three other makers essentially produced copies of the Collins #18 Machete. Snap to scabbard functions great. [4][2][5] This limited the usefulness of the M3 when employed for backhand slashing strokes. Ships from Willoughby, OH, United States. WWII USN MK2 Fighting Knife by KA-BAR with Sheath. Scabbard measures 25 1/4 inches from throat to bottom of drag. Hartzell’s Auction Gallery will Han. Tip is chipped and shows some light scratches to resharpen it. Peened. Bayonet-knife for use on the caliber .30 U.S. Carbine M1. All original rivets are all present; the leather is soft and supple still. Old-fashioned checks and money orders will work just as well; please take a look at thePayments section within ourTerms and Conditionsfor mailing instructions and additional details. WWII Kinfolks Commando Fighting Knife w/ Scabbard, WWII Era USMC KA-BAR Fighting Knife w/ Sheath, Early Fighting Knives & Bayonets w/ Scabbards, WWII US Kinfolks Fighting Bowie Knife USA Army USN Air, WWII German Fighting Combat Boot Knife & Scabbard, WWII USN MK2 FIGHTING KNIFE WITH SCABBARD, WWII U.S. Marine KaBar Fighting Knife w/ Sheath, WWII RH Pal 36 Fighting Knife w/ Leather Sheath, WWII Fairbairn Sykes 2nd Pattern Fighting Knife, Scabbard, U.S WWII RH PAL 36 FIGHTING KNIFE WITH SCABBARD, WWII OSS Stiletto Fighting Knife and 'Pancake Flipper' Scabbard. Blade still shiny. The M3 was initially issued with a stitched and riveted leather M6 scabbard with a protective steel tip designed to prevent the point from piercing the sheath and injuring the wearer. Developed in 1943, the M3 figthing knife was manufactured in large quantities. In addition to further information on Books One and Two, collectors can click on tabs to view Knives for Sale, Videos, Groupings, Knife Photos, the History of Collecting and the Encyclopedia of WW2 US & Allied Military Knives. Original WW2 era American fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks Cutlery in Little Valley, NY. The M6 was quickly dropped in favor of the M8 scabbard.[2][14][5]. Originally there were supposed to be eight grooves, but some companies generally used to six to seven. Kinfolk WW2 Era fighting knife with Kinfolk leather scabbard in good condition, Plus $ 26 Shipping & Insurance to lower 48 States, if buying a gun buyer has to supply a copy of FFL dealer license to ship the gun to, 3 day inspection period, buyer is responsible for shipping cost both ways, Money Order or Certified Check, you are responsible to make sure item is legal in your area, 985 991-0138 . It is 2nd pattern with blued blade and brass handle. Blade is unsharpened. Follow me onFacebook @argoman400BCto keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. marked M4. Snap fastener of handle securing strap is in working order. [2] While specified priority steel supplies for both knives were available, the M3's lower production cost compared with that of the KA-BAR convinced the SWPC board of directors to approve the M3 prototype for quantity production.[2][5]. [6][7][4][8][9][5] The prototype for what became the M3 was evaluated in December 1942 by the civilian board of directors of the Smaller War Plants Corporation Board (SWPC)[13] against another competing design, the US Marine Corps' KA-BAR fighting utility knife. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the knife I have a few more vintage American-made knives, as well as WW2 era combat knives and bayonets, scarce WW1 and WW2 fighting daggers and trench knives from other countries available for sale please take a look in our Militariasection. The M4 bayonet was also used on the selective-fire M2 Carbine which was developed post-War. This is the first pattern which is blade maker marked and dated 1943. WW2 PAL US Navy Mark 1 Knife RH35 NORD B.M.Co Sheath Leather Handle Red Spacers. See Sold Price 6 bids. Blade is marked Kinfolks at the ricasso as pictured. The sharp steel blade me. New message: Hi, Thanks for your email. These are not empty words. [10][11] In August of 1944, the M3 fighting knife evolved into the M4 bayonet for the M1 carbine with the addition of a bayonet ring to the hilt and a locking mechanism in the pommel. Gun magazine laws, concealed weapons laws, laws governing new made display guns, airsoft guns, blank fire guns, and other items vary greatly by nation, state and locality. Of the three concerns the starburst would be my least concern. As the thinking goes, the rather stout blade was designed to open various wooden cratesan important part of the quartermasters joband the triple steel pommel was used to nail the crates closed. Cole, some 50,000 of the knives were acquired by the USAAF between 1934 and 1942, when the folding (or fixed blade) survival machete replaced theV-44. Powered by Invision Community, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. Rare Fighting Knife. The handle and stacked leather grip arein similar condition, looking well used, but not abused, with a nice color and roundover. However, the M3's blade design continued in U.S. military service in the form of the U.S. M4, M5, M6, and M7 bayonets. Both Sheath and knife have some wear but not too bad for the age. The blade had a massive blood groove and upswept false edge on the spine. By The Western Cutlery knives (known as the W-49 Bowie) are the scarcest of the "V-44s", with the Kinfolks produced knives being the next rarest variant. According to Frank Trzaska, a military knife historian, the decision to design the M3 rather than continuing to produce the Mark 2 was based on a U.S. steel shortage. Hardly noticeable. At termination of production in August 1944, the M3 trench knife had one of the shortest production and service records of any U.S. combat knife. View Shipping, Payment & Auction Policies. [2] The M3's blade design continued in U.S. military service in the form of the U.S. M4, M5, M6, and M7 bayonets. It measures 4 in length and has nominally .56 balls at the end.

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