ww2 kinfolks fighting knife

2017 eBay Inc., 2145 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125. Bayonet-knife for use on the caliber .30 U.S. Carbine M1. The blade shows a moderate amount of freckled surface oxidation and some tiny flecks of minor pinpricking scattered here and there. This cut is only on one side and can be seen in last photo. WWII CASE US M3 FIGHTING KNIFE & USM8 SHEATH, ALL . The grips are retained by three lead rivets that show some minor oxidation and discoloration. The most commonly encountered version of the rare Western V-44 used steel rivets to secure the Bakelite grips and had a narrow, oval shaped flat steel crossguard, rather than the brass barbell shaped guard. In excellent used condition. Everything from airplanes, tanks, guns, and ammunition were needed to make sure that soldiers were equipped with the right tools. 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. 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 All original rivets are all present; the leather is soft and supple still. Pommel cap is undamaged. Has the early Kinfolks stamping on the blade. Knife Bayonets and Scabbards, there is a dead mint ACC marked M4 bayonet that looks like the peen was done with a chisel. Leather V42 type scabbard is nice and solid. Editors note: The following is by Richard D. White. Like all of the scabbards except those delivered with the Western knives, this one has no hilt retaining strap. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 U.S. M4 Aerial Co. A.C.C. Another Western World War II fixed blade was the 46-8, a huge, impressive combat knife with an 8-inch blade. 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). Blade shows darkening. During World War II, the V-44 also saw service with Colonel Carlsons 2ndMarine Raider Battalion, earning the nickname Gung Ho knife. Blade is marked USMC and KA-BAR. Learn more about account protection. Scabbard shows evidence of once having a camouflage paint applied. See Sold Price. The final M3 production run did not take place until August 1944, by which time 2,590,247 M3 trench knives had been produced.[2]. 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Although this knife 285163348244 OLD VINTAGE KINFOLKS USA HUNTING KNIFE OR WW2 MILITARY FIGHTING KNIFE W/ SHEATH $225.00 Free shipping or Best Offer Kinfolks WWII U.S. Army Air Corps AAC Fighting Knife 5" Fixed Blade $199.99 $6.45 shipping Rare Vintage Kinfolk Flame Edge Super Hunter Knife 568 TC Stag W/ Sheath Nice $249.99 $9.99 shipping The Mark I probably the World War II military knife encountered most in the marketplace. The smaller Sharks were issued to Navy and Army Air Corps pilots as a bailout knife. I would New message from: absoluteestates Top Rated Seller(5,118Green Star), Hi, Thanks for your email. New message: Hi, Thanks for your email. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 US M3 Utica Cutlery Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing much wear and age. US WWII Kinfolks Utility/FIGHTING Knife with ORIGINAL Leather sheath is in EXCELLENT CONDITION. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This U.S. Navy Model 1917 Boarding Cutlass Scabbard is in nice condition showing some age and wear. Scabbard also shows paint spray. U.S. with flaming Bomb. 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. See pics. Collins & Company, Case, Kinfolks and Western produced the knives during the eight years that they were manufactured for the US Army Air Corps. 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 handle is solid; all parts are tight with no play. 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. Shop by category. All original rivets and keeper are intact; some stitching loss is noted for accuracy; the leather is soft and supple still. 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. 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. The original scabbard is marked, U.S. M8 B.M. Tags: Measures approximately 13" long with scabbard. The nature of the starburst pattern on the pommel/tang. Blade is unsharpened. Handle feels like it is lead filled which helps to balance the knife. See Sold Price 6 bids. The original knife was the, The survival machete has been known by collectors as the, The machete really resembled the oversized Bowie knives often encountered in images of early Civil War Confederate soldiers, as opposed to a traditional machete. The original models said to originate from Sheffield in England first came onto the screen in the late 1600s or early 1700s. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. 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 . 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. Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. 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. Knife blade has been sharpened with scratches and dark areas. Blade shows much sharpening. The blade is in great shape with only some very light discoloration and scabbard wear. BLADE is doing its part by taking a look back at the knives that accompanied those in uniform during World War II. Scabbard shows some wear but is still nice and supple. US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY The reverse ricasso is markedKINFOLKSoverINC.near the spine, with a sweeping forward leg of the K underscoring the word in an arc. It's easy! N.Y." Nice condition with expected wear from use and age. As with any military knife, be careful not to fall victim to the opinions of so-called experts, especially when they attribute particular knives to units like the Devils Brigade, Commandos, OSS, Underwater Demolition Team, etc. Blade measures 5 inches in length. Developed in 1943, the M3 figthing knife was manufactured in large quantities. Les meilleures offres pour Couteau de combat lame Kinfolks original de la Seconde Guerre mondiale avec fourreau en cuir Kinfolks sont sur eBay Comparez les prix et les spcificits des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en livraison gratuite! TOP RATED. 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 . 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. Stamped Kinfolks USA on one side and a man's name lightly stenciled on the other. During the Second World War, Kinfolks produced a variety of edged weapons for the US government, including knives and bayonets. The leather scabbard shows wear. This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering. Very sharp!!! I can't really see the pommels due to the photo angle. Originally there were supposed to be eight grooves, but some companies generally used to six to seven. Starting Price $15. Blade measures 7 3/16 of an inch. The scabbard is of the correct pattern and is seamed up the rear with no additional reinforcements or edge stitching. Original Kinfolks leather scabbard is in very good overall condition, considering the age. Skip to main content. VINTAGE KINFOLKS FIGHTING Knife USA Made WWII ERA 10.5" - $162.64. Leather handle is great with no issues. Overall measures approx 12" long.. Scabbard is nice with no damage. Handle is made from a .50 caliber shell casing and projectile. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This M1 Garand Bayonet is in nice condition showing some wear and age. 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. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. This would be a great addition to any advanced collection of US military knives, and you will certainly be very proud to display this fine example of a very rare WWII era knife. It appears to be in very good condition. 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. The blade is in aboutFINEcondition and is mostly smooth with only some minute sharpening marks present along the edge. Later production Case V-44s adopted poured lead rivets to secure the grips instead of the brass rivets. The M8 and the later M8A1 scabbards both have a resin-impregnated cotton canvas body, painted olive drab, with a steel throat. The initials "IJ" are scribed into the scabbard. Blade finishes included polished, blued and Parkerized. $150.00 + $10.05 shipping. by Wayne Goddard WW2 PAL US Navy Mark 1 Knife RH35 NORD B.M.Co Sheath Leather Handle Red Spacers. 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. Give Today. The Cattaraugus 225-Q had one of the strongest blades of any World War II combat knife. All sales to/deals with Russia are void forever. Some M8 scabbards were later modified by adding the hook. About Me Blade shows light surface rust in some areas but no pitting. Scabbard is nice showing some light wear but no damage. Kninfolks, Casing is headstamped 42 R A . This is an early production type with a solid aluminum pommel and fullered 5-inch blade, original pattern-embossed leather scabbard is included. Every sailor who worked topside was issued a fixed blade for cutting ropes/line. International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our ship-to list. WWII, Sell a Similar Item. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. Crossguard has been straightened. Also saw one being sold that had what looked like the little square cut on an M4, but filled in and buffed. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . You are bidding on a preowned Original WW2 Kinfolks 6" Blade Fighting Knife. Blade has been sharpened. Milestone Auctions. There was most likely two fastening leg straps but one is now gone. 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. Closure straps are nice and solid with no rot. Thank you gentlemen, this is the discussion I hoped we could have. WWII USN MK2 Fighting Knife by KA-BAR with Scabbard. The handle on this Kinfolks includes a plastic guard and pommel with no damage. [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. Original WW2 WWII Era Kinfolks Blade Fighting Knife w/ Leather Kinfolks Scabbard | Collectibles, Militaria, WW II (1939-45) | eBay! Union Cutlery Co. made approximately 1 million USMC-stamped KA-BAR knives for distribution in the South Pacific. 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. Crossguard is marked : U.S.M.C. Ontario USA P1 USMC Parachutist, 1995: 8 1/2 overall with a 4 1/8 blade; Ontario USA Navy Mark 1, 1995: 9 overall with a 4 blade, VINTAGE CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 MK2 NAVY FIGHTING BOWIE KNIFE KNIVES OLD SHEATH NORD 6581 WW2 WWII, Custom made replacement KA-BAR combat knife sheath RIGHT HAND, Custom made replacement KA-BAR combat knife sheath LEFT HAND, WW2 (WWII) PAL Woodsman (machete / ax / tool), 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger / with Hanger - World War II German, Vintage AK-47 Bayonet with Scabbard Matching serial #s. Arab two prong tip Sword with original sheath. Also note all the handles appear to be dyed, and buffed the same. The collector was knowledgeable and meticulous each knife was stored coated in cosmoline grease and stored separately from its sheath. Rare official Office of Strategic Services (OSS) Stiletto Fighting Knife, known as the ‘Pancake Flipper,’ made between 1942-1943 for behind-the-front line members. Fastening snap functions great. 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View Shipping, Payment & Auction Policies. The Mark 2 was made available to combat soldiers in 1943. Vintage WWII 1943 Kinfolks Inc US M3 Trench Fighting Knife M8 B.M. By Leather grip is tight but has been painted red in the slots. Case produced two variants of the V-44, as did Kinfolks and Western. The grips are inFINEcondition and are free of any breaks, cracks or repairs. 1983 Hess Bank Truck (mint) Early 18th Century Pod Type Bit Brace Retired Precious Moments Figurines Lot #110094 October Fine, Antique WW2 Kinfolks Fighting Knife USA W/orig. Snap to scabbard functions great. Nov 21, 2022, 2:52 PM UTC dog sex comic bj rubyruby048 warman pump barrel assembly wife black breeding discord pfp maker 3libnet books. 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. Hartzell’s Auction Gallery will Han. After U.S. Army ordnance began developing a proprietary bayonet for use on the M1 carbine, it was realized that the new carbine bayonet, which already incorporated the M3 blade design and leather-wrap grip, could also replace the M3 in service in a secondary role as a fighting knife. Leather rings make up the handle. Manufacturers known to have made the M3 under wartime contract include the Aerial Cutlery Co., W. R. Case & Sons Cutlery Co., Imperial Knife Co., PAL Cutlery Co., Camillus Cutlery Co., Robeson (ShurEdge) Cutlery Co., Kinfolks Inc., Utica Cutlery Co., and H. Boker & Co. Great homogeneous set. 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. Snap fastener of handle securing strap is in working order. WW2 era RH PAL 36 fighting knife. . KINFOLKS USA OLD VINTAGE RARE BONE HANDLE FIXED BLADE KNIFE W/SHEATH. Leather handle is real nice with a tiny crack at crossguard. VINTAGE SOUTHERN & RICHARDSON SHEFFIELD WW2 FIXED BLADE COMBAT FIGHTING DIRK DAGGER KNIFE KNIVES OLD. $13,Offered for sale : One six inch Kinfolks fighting knife. Original leather scabbard is in good overall condition, considering the age; the keeper is falling apart and it had came off completely but it could be replaced a relatively easy fix. Snap functions great. Learn more about our privacy notice and user agreement. Save my name and email to use for future comments. Blade measures approximately 7" long. I asked the seller about them. Bayonet comes with it's original M8 scabbard. It appears to be in very good condition. In all fairness to the seller, they may not know about all these little indicators concerning legit, or rebuilt M3s, and did step up to the plate. We purchased this collection a few years ago. 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). Leather sheath is initialed "W.S." Since 2002, LiveAuctioneers has made exceptional items available for safe purchase in secure online auctions. 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 The Kinfolks V-44 was also a copy of the Collins third variant knife with Bakelite grips, lead rivets and a brass barbell guard. 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. The blade has honest wear throughout but the bluing is still evident, especially towards the base of the blade. (ed. Length: 31cm. 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. Save Item. The fiberglass shell is excellent, with excellent paint, and the throat still has most of the original finish. Leather grip shows some wear but is tight. Fastening snap functions great. Its a day to participate in exercises expressive of our recognition of the skill, gallantry, and uncompromising devotion to duty characteristic of the Armed Forces in the carrying out of their missions,as President Harry Truman put it in 1950. There are a significant number of different varietiessome historians say as many as 42. I noticed the seller has several on ebay, all look refinished. The rare Western produced V-44s were a simplified version of the 3, The knife retains its original leather scabbard which is in about, Overall this is a very attractive and eminently displayable example of the classic World War II era, World Wars - Military (Other than edged weapons), Rare & Fine Kninfolks V-44 WWII Era Survival Knife, Exceptional National Armory Brown Springfield Model 1822 (1816 Type II) Flintlock Musket, Extremely Scarce and Fine Suhl 1861 Springfield Rifle Musket by Christian Funk, Rare Percussion Sharps Carbine and Rifle Combination Tool. WW-2 USM3 Trench Fighting Knife 1943 w/M8 Scabbard, IMPERIAL Condition: Used Ended: Jan 13, 2023, 07:49:59 PM EST Price: US $334.00 (approx C $445.26) View original item Sell one like this We found something similar Hover to zoom Have one to sell? ALSO, WOODEN MALLET WITH METAL END. These knives became a subject of mass production and distribution in the USA from the late 1800s, and we have newer models made by other quality German and USA brands from the early 1900s too. ), Last edited on 10 December 2022, at 22:56, FairbairnSykes fighting knife or OSS dagger, List of U.S. Army weapons by supply catalog designation, U.S. Fighting Knives of World War II, Chapter VII: M3 Trench Knife, The History of the M4 Bayonet/Fighting Knife, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=M3_trench_knife&oldid=1126728724, This page was last edited on 10 December 2022, at 22:56. The rare Western produced V-44s were a simplified version of the 3rdand 4thproduction Collins #18 knife. 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I don't understand the "white line", is that a scratch in the park made during handle assembly? The blade is unused but does have some carbon spotting. Stacked leather washers handle with red and black fiber spacers on the ends; solid aluminum pommel with a large brass lug-nut. 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. Original Item: Only One Available. Still others say the knife was designed for and used by U.S. special operatives during World War II. 6 (June 1943), p. 104. Follow me onFacebook @argoman400BCto keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. The Kinfolks company was an outgrowth of the success of the W.R. Case & Sons and Cattaraugus cutlery companies. Mark 1s by Colonial had injected plastic handles. [12][2] The steel crossguard had an angular bend at one end to facilitate a thumb rest. All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. The Kinfolks brand was acquired by Robeson Cutlery of Perry, NY, where knives with the Kinfolks name were produced under the direction of another Case cousin, Emmerson Case. Shop by category. Marked "Olean. 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. Scabbard is nice showing some wear but no damage. Blade is unsharpened. US WWII OSS STILETTO Pancake Flipper Sheath -CIA/WW2 Dagger/Knife Collection.

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