Avery nice example of an early issueM3 knife from a scarce maker, ready to add to your WWII edged weapon collection! [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. WW2 US Theater Made Fighting Knife - Named, WW2 US Theater Made Fighting Knife with Scabbard - Named, WW2 US Theater Made Fighting Knife with Scabbard, WW2 US M3 Imperial Fighting Knife - 1st Pattern - Dated 1943, WW2 US M3 Kinfolks Fighting Knife - 1st Pattern 1943 Dated, WW2 US M3 Utica Cutlery Fighting Knife - 1st Pattern 1943 Dated, U.S. Navy Model 1917 Boarding Cutlass Scabbard - SOLD -, WW2 U.S. M4 Aerial Co. A.C.C. Not, Should it be bought or sold for this amount or that amount. FOR SALE! See Sold Price 6 bids. As issued, the blade's secondary or false edge was intentionally sharpened and beveled for only a portion of its length, leaving an unsharpened spine on the top of the blade in an effort to stiffen the relatively narrow blade. Fastening straps are present and snap functions great. The handle was stacked leather with a series of cut grooves. [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. The canvas is very good, with a bit of wear, and the finish on the snaps on the frog has worn. [12][2] The steel crossguard had an angular bend at one end to facilitate a thumb rest. Kabar USN NAVY M2 Combat fighting knife (authentic) Excelent. The PAL blade-dated has one pin(like Camillus repros), instead of two pins in the pommel. The M3 had many variations, including added spacers at the guard and pommel end, or piening the tang over to hold the pommel in place as opposed to pinning the pommel onto the tang. Only purchases on eBay are covered by the eBay purchase protection programs. 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). Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. Original example produced by the with number 2 mould mark within a leather scabbardCondition report: In generally good condition, some light pitting to the blade, a few knocks to the handle. 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. Original U.S. WWII Early Blade Marked M3 Fighting Knife by Kinfolks In - International Military Antiques Item: ONSV2915 Original U.S. WWII Early Blade Marked M3 Fighting Knife by Kinfolks Inc. with M6 Leather Scabbard Comments Add to Cart Item Description Original Item: Only One Available. The bottom section is enforced with an extra section of leather attached via four large rivets. Blade is unsharpened. This particularV-44 Survival Knifeis one of the rare knives produced by Kinfolks. Blade is "CASE" marked at Ricasso. They were issued with leather scabbards, which had a long leather belt loop and amazingly did not include a handle retaining snap strap except on the scabbards provided with the knives delivered by Western Cutlery. Metal areas to scabbard have been painted black. Thank you gentlemen, this is the discussion I hoped we could have. Learn more about our privacy notice and user agreement. Please email again if you have any further questions or photo requests and I'd be happy to accomodate. Also note all the handles appear to be dyed, and buffed the same. 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 named, serial numbered and dated, Jan. 30 1944. Two Cattaraugus WWII US Commando Knives 225Q Fighting Knife with Sheaths Military Issue to US Special Forces Only around 1942 10.5" L Blade 6.15" L Condition Consistent with Age in Overall Good Condit. [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. The first two used the horn grip scales, initially secure by brass rivets as noted and the only difference between them was the type of blade stamping identifying the knife and the maker. 142 No. This attractive WW2 Kinfolks fighting knife has not been cleaned or tampered with in any way, the set is in 100% original as is condition. 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. As the U.S. International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our ship-to list. The knife has the cast brass barbell shaped crossguard typical of most V-44 knives, with the exception of the Western produced knives. Blade is unsharpened. WW2~ Camillus NY. The handle on this Kinfolks includes a plastic guard and pommel with no damage. DESCRIPTION: Antique WWII Italian Model 39 Special Forces fighting knife; Features iron scabbard with riveted belt loop and wood handle with three rivets. The machete really resembled the oversized Bowie knives often encountered in images of early Civil War Confederate soldiers, as opposed to a traditional machete. This is the first pattern which is blade maker marked and dated 1943. This is the first pattern which is blade maker marked and dated 1943. The white line referred to, comes about when the knife has a factory edge that was done after the knife was Parkerized. 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Catalog of Standard Ordnance Items of 1943 clearly explained: The Trench Knife M3 has been developed to fill the need in modern warfare for hand-to-hand fighting. 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. 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. Blade has been slightly sharpened. Leather grip shows wear but is tight. A similar Kinfolks mid-war manufacture type with than-standard Bakelite fittings is illustrated on page 166 of the KNIVES OF THE UNITED STATES MILITARY WORLD WAR II book by Michael W Silvey a well-established expert and author of many books on the subject of US military edged weapons (see the pages scan attached). Later production Case V-44s adopted poured lead rivets to secure the grips instead of the brass rivets. The man who collected them has passed away, but I have no doubt that these knives are, indeed, as good as they appear. Grips are plexiglass and are in nice condition with no cracks or chips. Snap fastener of handle securing strap is in working order. Original U.S. WWII M3 Fighting Knife By Kinfolks, Inc. With M-8 Scabbard Early Sold See item details Similar items on Etsy ( Results include Ads ) Engraved Ammo Box Police Officer Law Enforcement Badge Cop Fireman EMT Flag red line hero husband military Ammunition Survival Valentines EngravedDynamics $55.00 FREE shipping Fastening snap functions great. The early M8 scabbard only had a belt loop to fit over a pistol or trouser belt, and lacked the wire hook that earlier bayonet scabbards had for attaching to the M1910 series of load carrying equipment. CIRCA: Early - Mid 20th, WWII USMC Unites States Marine Corps Fighting Knife Ka-Bar Early This Particular Knife has been featured in the Michael W. Silvey Book Knives of the United States Military World War II Blade Stamped U, LEATHER SCABBARD. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . In the post-war period Kinfolks returned to their pre-war production of utility, household and hunting knives, but by 1957 were unable to remain in business due to labor disputes. Outstanding World War II U.S. Kinfolks M3 Combat Knife, 1943 Dated in Early Blade-Marked Configuration, with M6 Sheath Auction Date: August 28, 2022 Estimated Price: $ 1,600 - $ 2,500 Price Realized: Outstanding World War II U.S. Kinfolks M3 Combat Knife, 1943 Dated in Early Blade-Marked Configuration, with M6 Sheath Manufacturer: None Model: None The Mark 2 was made available to combat soldiers in 1943. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for WWII U.S. Bayonet/Knife for M1 Carbine Kinfolks with M8A1 Scabbard A++ at the best online prices at eBay! Scabbard shows evidence of once having a camouflage paint applied. Snap functions great. Original WW2 WWII Era Kinfolks Blade Fighting Knife w/ Leather Kinfolks Scabbard | Collectibles, Militaria, WW II (1939-45) | eBay! Nice condition with some light wear. SKIP. Crossguard has been straightened. 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. 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. Marked "Olean. The blade shows a moderate amount of freckled surface oxidation and some tiny flecks of minor pinpricking scattered here and there. In excellent used condition. Waterman Co.) fighting knife; scarce 7.5-inch blade type, original scabbard, WW2 era Camillus official-issue US Coast Guard 1944 USCG knife, rosewood handles, orig shackle; scarce type. Case,R.C.,Pal,Utica. 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. This product is available for international shipping. Blade is maker marked and dated 1943. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. Estimate $75 - $150 Nov 18, 2017. Vintage Kinfolks US Marine Fighting Knife With Kinsfolk Sheath USA Made WWII Era trufflepig1 (151) $145.90 Vintage Old US Early KINFOLKS Hunting Knife & Sheath Gift for Him Gift for collector Gift for Hunter JewelryBLACKSWAN (324) $110.00 Vintage Randall knife model 14S vintage JudithsTreasureShop (4) $750.00 Knife ( fixed blade ) This attractive WW2 era Kinfolks fighting knife has not been cleaned or tampered with in any way, the set is in 100% original as is condition. V-44, Would you care to respond to these allegations? Two excellent Mark 2's stamped "KA-BAR" are synonymous with World War II U.S. military combat knives. The rare Western produced V-44s were a simplified version of the 3rdand 4thproduction Collins #18 knife. The blade has a 4 false edge, and a pair of very narrow, 3 5/8 long fullers, near the spine on each side of the blade. After WWII, however, most M1 carbines were retrofitted to accept the M4 bayonet. Scabbard is real solid with a small 1/2 inch cut. I don't understand the "white line", is that a scratch in the park made during handle assembly? Variations included different spacer colors, marks/stamps, pommel thicknesses and materials, piening vs. welding of the pommels, blue vs. polished blades, and smooth vs. grooved handles. Shipping, Payment & Auction Policies. WW2 KINFOLKS NO. Sell a Similar Item. That changed my whole perspective on identifying a replaced handle. Still others say the knife was designed for and used by U.S. special operatives during World War II. Has the early Kinfolks stamping on the blade. The M3 was first issued to U.S. Army soldiers in March 1943, with the first knives going to elite units such as airborne troops and the U.S. Army Rangers. Everything from airplanes, tanks, guns, and ammunition were needed to make sure that soldiers were equipped with the right tools. We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. Overall with scabbard measures approxima, Offered for sale is a collection of early fighting knives and bayonets with scabbards. Blade is maker marked at Ricasso : A.F.H. The Cattaraugus 225-Q had one of the strongest blades of any World War II combat knife. One very positive note, is the knives were not posted as a "starting bid of ", some very high dollar value. Original U.S. WWII M3 Fighting Knife by Kinfolks, Inc. with M8 Scabbard - Early Blade Marked Version Comments Add to Cart Item Description Original Item: Only One Available. With proper care this knife will last you another 75 years . by Wayne Goddard The improved M8A1 scabbard manufactured later in WWII added the wire hook. Imperial Knife Company: 917,894 . marked M4. We at Argocoins stand firmly with the people of Ukraine against the Russian aggression. 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. You may not like what the doctor told you but don't ignore what e says. The scabbard is complete and solid, with all of its original stitching tightly in place and no visible loss. One is the Shark. Western made two: one with a 6-inch blade, the G46-6, and one with a 5-inch blade, the G46-5. Designed for rapid production using a minimum of strategic metals and machine processes, the M3 trench knife used a relatively narrow 6.75-inch bayonet-style spear-point blade with a sharpened 3.5-inch secondary edge. 12/21/20 - This is a fairly scarce US M3 fighting knife made by Kinfolks Inc. Only about 135,000 of these knives were made, being the 5th scarcest m3 manufacturer. TheWestern V-44offered here is in aboutFINEcondition. Ontario MK2 . This is a World War 2 era "Kinfolks" fighting knife, or otherwise known as a commando knife. The collector was knowledgeable and meticulous each knife was stored coated in cosmoline grease and stored separately from its sheath. I also don't know the seller and I don't purchase things off e-pay anymore. There are a significant number of different varietiessome historians say as many as 42. 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). standing for the manufacturer American Fork & Hoe Company. Scabbard is nice showing some wear but no damage. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. 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. The knife is constructed. The model 380 was one of the most popular. Leather handle shows some dents to both sides. 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. The tooling marks on the main bevel of the blade. Since 2002, LiveAuctioneers has made exceptional items available for safe purchase in secure online auctions. The M3 was originally designated for issue to soldiers not otherwise equipped with a bayonet. and "W. Sinnreich". Closure strap is nice and snap functions great. While the knife itself was generally well-made and balanced (some paratroopers and rangers mastered the art of using the M3 as a throwing knife), the long narrow dagger-like steel blade, designed to economize on priority steel requirements, was best used as a thrusting or stabbing weapon, and performed less well when used for slashing strokes. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM Cross-guard is marked U.S. M4 A.C.C. Bayonet comes with it's original M8 scabbard. Powered by Invision Community, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. Blade measures 8 inches in length. It is 2nd pattern with blued blade and brass handle. ok joo ri instagram. Summary; Recently Viewed . Sign up for a new account in our community. Dismiss, Payments section within ourTerms and Condition, CASE XX USA limited edition Grizzly, Elk, Pheasant, Turkey scrimshaw Trapper knife made 2005-2006 (model 6254SS); scarce NIB with papers, Great Britain Cold War era NATO-issue 1988 ROYAL NAVY DECK KNIFE, original leather sheath; great condition. Comes its original USM8 bakelite scabbard, 1st type, manufactured by B.M. Original Item: Only One Available. May 6, 2017 in EDGED WEAPONS, http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-WWII-1943-Kinfolks-Inc-US-M3-Trench-Fighting-Knife-M8-B-M-Co-Scabbard-/142371694104?hash=item212603a618:g:EY8AAOSwtGlZCnfT, Original blade-dated Kinfolks have pinned pommels, and blued finish. Some soldiers also found the M3's cutting edge to be difficult to maintain in the field. The company still exists today, producing fine cutlery. 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 14 5/8 in overall length, with the instantly recognizable 9 clip point Bowie blade. 100% OF OUR PROFITS ARE DONATED for purchases of the much-needed cold-weather clothing, medkits, and other field gear for individual units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The blade is somewhat dull, but could easily be sharpened. Era, June 20th through June 24th. All original rivets and keeper are intact; some stitching loss is noted for accuracy; the leather is soft and supple still. Blade has been sharpened. Email reference id: [#a02-mxr09cfvza#]_[#14087033f01d4caaa5dbf21b968fe210#]. 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. It was held in place with a steel washer pinned to the tang. According to knife maker, researcher and author M.H. KINFOLKS USA OLD VINTAGE RARE BONE HANDLE FIXED BLADE KNIFE W/SHEATH. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 US M3 Imperial Fighting Knife is in nice condition showing some wear. This sheath is also correct for all post-war U.S. bayonets including the M4, M5, M6, and M7. Later M8A1 scabbards were manufactured with a modified extended tab on the web hanger to provide more clearance for the M5 bayonet which rubbed against the wider bayonet handle. Leather rings make up the handle. Snap functions great. Condition: As FoundDimensions: L-12".Provenance: From a New York City Estate. The grips are retained by three lead rivets that show some minor oxidation and discoloration. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. 2017 eBay Inc., 2145 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125. N.Y." Nice condition with expected wear from use and age. Please email me atinfo@argocoins.comif you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. Both had huge blood grooves, stacked leather handles, and several different guards and pommels. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Case Stiletto Fighting Knife is in nice condition showing some light wear. Having all three of these anomalies would cause me to pass until I had satisfactory answers. Although this knife 285163348244 WWII US Fighting Bowie Knife Cattaraugus 225Q USA USMC Army (#394437099572) a***k (69) - Feedback left by buyer a***k (69). The M8 and the later M8A1 scabbards both have a resin-impregnated cotton canvas body, painted olive drab, with a steel throat. Scabbard is nice showing some light wear but no damage. SKIP. FREEUSPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPINGWITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. Editors note: The following is by Richard D. White. Scabbard is nice showing some wear but no damage. The consensus is that the Kinfolks knife company was established around 1924 from when they made these really fine knives till the 1950s. I'm not a heavy knife guy, but I have a few books. Just a real nice unique quality made knife. We have to look out for each other, and the newer collectors. Kinfolks blade date pommel left,blade marked right. The reverse ricasso is markedKINFOLKSoverINC.near the spine, with a sweeping forward leg of the K underscoring the word in an arc. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Theater Made Fighting is in nice condition showing some age. $150.00 + $10.05 shipping. WWII, Blade shows much greying but no pitting. Blade with tip. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. However, while the specified priority steel supplies for both knives were available, the M3's lower production cost compared to that of the 1219C2 convinced the SWPC board of directors to approve the M3 prototype for quantity production. The carbine bayonet, now designated the Bayonet, U.S. M4, was added to the Company Table of Organization in June 1944, and the M3 was declared to be a limited standard ordnance item, with supplies to be issued until exhausted. I've often said the hardest part of the 10 Knifemaking Questions with Naked & Afraids Laura Zerra, Review: 4 Diamond-Coated Knife Sharpeners for Premium Steels, American Knives: Legendary Designs From The Land Of The Free, Antique Switchblades: World War II And Beyond, A Labor of Love: Lorenzi Foundation And Museum, 9-11 Knives: Custom Memorials To The Tragic Day, Knifemaking 101 Read This Before You Make a Knife, 8 Things You May Not Know About Forged in Fire. Vintage WWII 1943 Kinfolks Inc US M3 Trench Fighting Knife M8 B.M. Has the early Kinfolks stamping on the blade. ! Sell a Similar Item. The tip of the scabbard shows the most wear, with some minor creasing at the scabbard tip.
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