Collecting the M4 Bayonet: Made for the M1 Carbine PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 U.S. M4 Aerial Co. A.C.C. 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 . The consensus is that the Kinfolks knife company was established around 1924 from when they made these really fine knives till the 1950s. It appears to be in very good condition. Blade is marked USMC and KA-BAR. According to knife maker, researcher and author M.H. With proper care this knife will last you another 75 years . 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. 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. You have entered an incorrect email address! Rare Fighting Knife. For Sale By: Nildraga. Survival, Of the three concerns the starburst would be my least concern. WW2 KINFOLKS NO. Scarce A.C.C. Blade has been sharpened. 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 rare Western produced V-44s were a simplified version of the 3rdand 4thproduction Collins #18 knife. [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 M4 bayonet was also used on the selective-fire M2 Carbine which was developed post-War. There are people on the military knife forum saying this and other m-3s your selling are altered /fakes. Blade with tip. Please email me atinfo@argocoins.comif you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. 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. Kinfolks Knives - All About Pocket Knives Would you care to respond to these allegations? IMA considers all antique guns offered on our website as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. [2], 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. There is no scabbard. Eligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal, Amazon & Sezzle. Blade shows much darkening. My experience has taught me that there's nothing like digging in and getting started. I also don't know the seller and I don't purchase things off e-pay anymore. U.S. M4 Bayonets and Foreign Copies - worldbayonets.com ! The guard was thick steel angled on top to form a thumb rest. The original models said to originate from Sheffield in England first came onto the screen in the late 1600s or early 1700s. Note there is no line of white on the blade. Blade is unsharpened. Blade finishes were blued and polished. Couteau de combat lame Kinfolks original de la Seconde Guerre Reports of blade failures on M3s in service increased as soldiers began to use their trench knives for ordinary utility tasks such as opening ammo crates and food ration tins, a role for which the M3 had not been designed. Sincerely, Lisa. The knife is constructed. Follow me onFacebook @argoman400BCto keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. WWII WW2 K.I. Kinfolks M3 M1 Carbine Bayonet Knife + USM8 Scabbard | eBay The M3 trench knife was developed as a replacement for the World War I-era U.S. Mark I trench knife, primarily to conserve strategic metal resources. [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. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This M1 Garand Bayonet is in nice condition showing some wear and age. Knife is marked "RH PAL Made in USA 36." 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Asking your trading partner to complete a transaction outside of eBay is not allowed. 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 . U.S. with flaming Bomb. Grips are plexiglass and are in nice condition with no cracks or chips. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Case Stiletto Fighting Knife is in nice condition showing some light wear. As issued during WWII. That changed my whole perspective on identifying a replaced handle. 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. marked M4. It is 2nd pattern with blued blade and brass handle. Original Item: Only One Available. You must be logged in to contact sellers. Legal Notice - International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and local laws. Camillus Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing use and wear. The belt loop is solid and intact and remains very crisp, which is uncommon as the design was prone to excessive wear and breakage. The man who collected them has passed away, but I have no doubt that these knives are, indeed, as good as they appear. Email reference id: [#a02-mxr09cfvza#]_[#14087033f01d4caaa5dbf21b968fe210#]. 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. Has the early Kinfolks stamping on the blade. Kabar USN NAVY M2 Combat fighting knife (authentic) Excelent. Crossguard is marked : U.S.M.C. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 U.S.M.C. Kinfolk Collectible Fixed Blade Knives for sale | eBay Kinfolk WW2 Era Fighting Knife with Kinfolk Leather Sheath Retaining elastic has snapped. Blade is unsharpened. Kinfolks Knives - Etsy The original knife was theNo 18 Machete, which was manufactured byCollins & Company. The company still exists today, producing fine cutlery. 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Many hunters and fisherman carried them. The Verge - mmgce.lesthetiquecusago.it Leather handle is great with no issues. Scabbard is real solid with a small 1/2 inch cut. Save my name and email to use for future comments. We purchased this collection a few years ago. It does not have any major issues or damage. Although this knife 285163348244 Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. Handles generally were stacked leathersome with fiber spacers, some without. This particularV-44 Survival Knifeis one of the rare knives produced by Kinfolks. All sales to/deals with Russia are void forever. Rare, 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]. We don't check this mailbox, so please don't reply to this message. This product is available for international shipping. If you have a question, go to Help & Contact. Knives that have been refurbished are usually sharpened before Parkerizing, so no white line. Blade is maker marked at Ricasso : A.F.H. Leather grip shows wear but is tight. 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. Nevertheless the final M3 production run did not take place until August 1944, by which time 2,590,247 M3 trench knives had been produced. TheWestern V-44offered here is in aboutFINEcondition. Original WW2 Kinfolks fighting knife, early-war 5-inch blade/early-war aluminum pommel private purchase fighter type; orig leather scabbard. Estimate $75 - $150 Nov 18, 2017. with flaming bomb. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); Caribou Media Group | All rights reserved. VINTAGE KINFOLKS FIGHTING Knife USA Made WWII ERA 10.5" - $162.64. This cut is only on one side and can be seen in last photo. This Kinfolks includes a blade that is 6" long and has the Kinfolks mark at the ricasso. Blade is marked Kinfolks at the ricasso as pictured. Tags: Pick-Up will be 1 WEEK ONLY. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM WWII, Also note all the handles appear to be dyed, and buffed the same. 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. Free shipping for many products! Do your homework gang! 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. 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% 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. Original WW2 Kinfolks 6" Blade Fighting Knife | eBay International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our ship-to list. 6 (June 1943), p. 104. Some soldiers also found the M3's cutting edge to be difficult to maintain in the field. In 1965, Robeson ended production of Kinfolks knives. 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. 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. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the knife ? 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. The bottom section is enforced with an extra section of leather attached via four large rivets. The guard has a rich, uncleaned ocher patina that is very attractive. All parts of knife are solid. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. WWII USN MK2 Fighting Knife by KA-BAR with Scabbard. [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 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. Activities such as clearing foliage, chopping branches for cover, opening ammunition crates, etc. Argocoinsaccepts all major credit cards and payments via PayPal as forms of payment. Some M8 scabbards were later modified by adding the hook. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Theater Made Fighting is in nice condition showing some age. Notice the grind marks are showing in the blade. The PAL blade-dated has one pin(like Camillus repros), instead of two pins in the pommel. Leather V42 type scabbard is nice and solid. Every day, memories of World War IIits sights and sounds, its terrors and triumphsdisappear. SKIP. The grooves provided better purchase. Developed in 1943, the M3 figthing knife was manufactured in large quantities. Case produced two variants of the V-44, as did Kinfolks and Western. Kinfolks WWII Fighting Knife, NEARLY MINT | #41531589 - Worthpoint The bulky Bakelite grip scales are black and have a mostly smooth texture. Originally there were supposed to be eight grooves, but some companies generally used to six to seven. The scabbard is of the correct pattern and is seamed up the rear with no additional reinforcements or edge stitching. The Cattaraugus 225-Q had one of the strongest blades of any World War II combat knife. WW2 era U.S.M.C (United States Marine Corps) Ka-Bar fixed blade fighting knife with leather sheath. Original WW2 era American fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks Cutlery in Little Valley, NY. Open today 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 945 . More Info . 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. or tool use. If those are fake he paired them with some nice leather.