See Sold Price 6 bids. [2][3][4][5] 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 a submachine gun such as the M3 "grease gun".[1][2]. The Kinfolks company was an outgrowth of the success of the W.R. Case & Sons and Cattaraugus cutlery companies. I also don't know the seller and I don't purchase things off e-pay anymore. Hartzell’s Auction Gallery will Han. 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. 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. 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. Grips are plexiglass and are in nice condition with no cracks or chips. Kinfolks blade date pommel left,blade marked right. June 20th through June 24th. The belt loop is solid and intact and remains very crisp, which is uncommon as the design was prone to excessive wear and breakage. Summary; Recently Viewed . Blade has been sharpened. Somers, R.H. (Brig. Nice condition with some light wear. standing for the manufacturer American Fork & Hoe Company. 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. While designated for issue to soldiers not armed with the bayonet, it was especially designed for such shock units as parachute troops and rangers. Sell a Similar Item. Leather grip shows wear but is tight. 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. 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 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. SKIP. 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. WW2 era RH PAL 36 fighting knife. They are not knife people,we are. Blade is marked Kinfolks at the ricasso as pictured. [4] Some soldiers also found the M3's cutting edge to be difficult to maintain in the field. WWII Kinfolks Commando Fighting Knife w/ Scabbard. The knife retains its original leather scabbard which is in aboutFINEcondition as well. The knife is about 9-1/2 / 24 cm overall; fullered blade is about 5 /12.6 cm long; it is very sharp still; the tip is intact. Hope this helps to clarify things. Scabbard does not appear to be the correct. WW2~ Camillus NY. One very positive note, is the knives were not posted as a "starting bid of ", some very high dollar value. 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. By Closure strap is nice and snap functions great. All original rivets and keeper are intact; some stitching loss is noted for accuracy; the leather is soft and supple still. 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. Not, Should it be bought or sold for this amount or that amount. This is a late war knife with the plastic guard and pommel. Made in Iraq. The guard has a rich, uncleaned ocher patina that is very attractive. The Kinfolks V-44 was also a copy of the Collins third variant knife with Bakelite grips, lead rivets and a brass barbell guard. As the U.S. 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. Still others say the knife was designed for and used by U.S. special operatives during World War II. It appears to be in very good condition. Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing some wear and age. The M8 and the later M8A1 scabbards both have a resin-impregnated cotton canvas body, painted olive drab, with a steel throat. 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]. Learn more about our privacy notice and user agreement. 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. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This U.S. Navy Model 1917 Boarding Cutlass Scabbard is in nice condition showing some age and wear. I understand that the are many people on ebay who misrepresent their military items, so suspicion is always warranted, but this collection is legitimate and valuable and I still have a bit more to list for sale. 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? 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. Any review of World War II military fixed blades must include several examples of Western knives. Hi, I am selling these knives on ebay, Please contact me if you need to see further pictures before passing judgement and I'll be more than happy to send them. 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. SKIP. [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. I hope it does not go above 1200.00 . For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. Free shipping for many products! 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. Crossguard has been straightened. It appears to be in very good condition. Developed in 1943, the M3 figthing knife was manufactured in large quantities. Both came with flat steel, aluminum or mottled-brown-plastic pommels. Just a real nice unique quality made knife. 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 ) Dismiss, WW2 era EGW (E.G. Leather handle is great with no issues. Guards were double steel, the very rare brass or plastic like the pommels. The initials "IJ" are scribed into the scabbard. 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). Original example produced by the This one has a staked pommel, and appears to be refinished,plus the handle does not appear correct, looks like handle was replaced. [2][5] Production of the grooved leather handle was later simplified by forming the grip of stacked leather washers that were shaped by turning on a lathe, then polished and lacquered. Tip is chipped and shows some light scratches to resharpen it. I'm not a heavy knife guy, but I have a few books. World War II, WW2, US M3 Case Airborne Paratrooper fighting knife, no reserve . 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 the, The three other makers essentially produced copies of the Collins #18 Machete. While designated for issue to soldiers not armed with the bayonet, it was especially designed for such shock units as parachute troops and rangers. Most had blued blades, though some were polished. 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. Other than some light handling marks and minor wear, the scabbard is really in fantastic condition. The blade is somewhat dull, but could easily be sharpened. There are no major cracks, and the leather is still soft. Save Item. The handle was stacked leather with a series of cut grooves. Sheath WWII Vintage Fixe Rare Original WWII Period Kinfolks Bowie Style 6" Fighting/Hunting Knife More Items From eBay 2X 500 DICE POKER CHIPS 11.5g ALUM CASE CASINO 1000pcs. V-44, Blade still shiny. 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. The company still exists today, producing fine cutlery. Crossguard is marked : U.S.M.C. Do your homework gang! Could be a fake. Of the three concerns the starburst would be my least concern. Scabbard is nice with no damage. 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. Co. Names Vilakis Tony and Irene have been carved at the back of the sheath. Estimate $60 - $100. 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. 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. The reverse ricasso is markedKINFOLKSoverINC.near the spine, with a sweeping forward leg of the K underscoring the word in an arc. 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. 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 Some military knivesnot just the 225Qwere stamped very lightly, while others were deeply stamped. TOP RATED. Bayonet-knife for use on the caliber .30 U.S. Carbine M1. eBay is committed to your privacy. Overall measures approx 12" long.. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 US M3 Imperial Fighting Knife is in nice condition showing some wear. Blade shows light surface rust in some areas but no pitting. Later production Case V-44s adopted poured lead rivets to secure the grips instead of the brass rivets. 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. 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. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . Many observers say it was for quartermasters, with the Q standing for quartermaster. This is a fine condition WWII period Mark 3 U.S. fighting knife, made by the very scarce maker, Kinfolks, Inc., and contained in an original M8 Scabbard. 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). The knife has the cast brass barbell shaped crossguard typical of most V-44 knives, with the exception of the Western produced knives. Nice WWII German reproduction knife with scabbard. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . In the United States, World War II mobilized a workforce that had never been seen before. Scabbard is nice with no damage. As soon as the old stock of aluminum parts was depleted Kinfolks started to use bakelite for guards and pommels on all of their fighting knives. The original knife was theNo 18 Machete, which was manufactured byCollins & Company. Metal areas to scabbard have been painted black. Some soldiers also found the M3's cutting edge to be difficult to maintain in the field. Saturday, May 19, 2018, is Armed Forces Day. WW2 era Kinfolks fighting knife, mid-war issue 5-inch blade/Bakelite guard type; original leather scabbard. U.S. with flaming Bomb. This is an early production type with a solid aluminum pommel and fullered 5-inch blade, original pattern-embossed leather scabbard is included. [4], After the Ordnance Department 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. Kinfolk's knives were made by the Kinfolk company from about 1924 until the early 1950's. They are very hard to date the exact time they were produced. 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. 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. Scabbard is real nice with no damage. . 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. There is no scabbard. M4s were issued to troops for use as a combat knife even though their weapon may not have been able to accommodate a bayonet. Snap functions great. DESCRIPTION: Antique WWII Italian Model 39 Special Forces fighting knife; Features iron scabbard with riveted belt loop and wood handle with three rivets. Powered by Invision Community, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. The blade had a massive blood groove and upswept false edge on the spine. The grips are retained by three lead rivets that show some minor oxidation and discoloration. SIZE: BLADE 5" L TERMS: Please Read Carefully. Blade has been sharpened. 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. MARK 2 CAMILLUS, N.Y. . Blade finishes included polished, blued and Parkerized. We have to look out for each other, and the newer collectors. 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 blade is in aboutFINEcondition and is mostly smooth with only some minute sharpening marks present along the edge. Both Sheath and knife have some wear. Vietnam Era BOC Bauer US M7 Bayonet with (newer) M10 Scabbard, Vietnam War Era MILPAR M7Bayonet Knife w M8A1 Scabbard. During World War II, the V-44 also saw service with Colonel Carlson's 2nd Marine Raider Battalion, earning the nickname "Gung Ho knife". 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 Blade measures 7 3/16 of an inch. Awesome find in this Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife from the second World War. As the U.S. Very sharp!!! The machete really resembled the oversized Bowie knives often encountered in images of early Civil War Confederate soldiers, as opposed to a traditional machete. WWII USN MK2 Fighting Knife by KA-BAR with Sheath. Hardly noticeable. As soon as the old stock of aluminum parts was depleted Kinfolks had switched to Bakelite guards and pommels on all of their WW2 knives. Milestone Auctions. [6][7][4][8][9][5] The blade was made of carbon steel, and was either blued or parkerized. 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). The 4 belt loop is 1 wide and is secure by a pair of brass rivets that have a deeply oxidized patina and some green surface verdigris. In 1965, Robeson ended production of Kinfolks knives. [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. The Kinfolks V-44 was also a copy of the Collins third variant knife with Bakelite grips, lead rivets and a brass barbell guard. 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! Overall length is 10 1/8 inches. They show only some light handling bumps, dings and surface scratches. Overall with scabbard measures approxima, Offered for sale is a collection of early fighting knives and bayonets with scabbards. 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. The bulky Bakelite grip scales are black and have a mostly smooth texture. Scabbard shows evidence of once having a camouflage paint applied. With proper care this knife will last you another 75 years . The knife featured stacked leather handles, double-sided steel guards, and flat steel pommels. All parts of knife are solid. This product is available for international shipping. The tooling marks on the main bevel of the blade. HEAVY TARNISHING TO BLADE. 1 In Stock. 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. Scabbard shows some wear and rust spotting to metal parts. There are people on the military knife forum saying this and other m-3s your selling are altered /fakes. ok joo ri instagram. This Kinfolks includes a blade that is 6" long and has the Kinfolks mark at the ricasso. Marked "Olean. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 U.S. Navy MK2 Camillus Fighting Knife is in real nice condition. Please email again if you have any further questions or photo requests and I'd be happy to accomodate. The nature of the starburst pattern on the pommel/tang. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. With proper care this knife will last you another 75 years . The consensus is that the Kinfolks knife company was established around 1924 from when they made these really fine knives till the 1950s. The original scabbard is marked, U.S. M8 B.M. The blade retains some traces of its original satin polish and this reflective surface made it difficult to photograph. Blade has not been sharpened. Please see our. Original WW2 era American fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks Cutlery in Little Valley, NY. If those are fake he paired them with some nice leather. marked M4. Scarce knife . International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our ship-to list. Save my name and email to use for future comments. . Would you care to respond to these allegations? and "W. Sinnreich". by Wayne Goddard View Shipping, Payment & Auction Policies. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Theater Made Fighting knife is in great condition. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Theater Made Fighting is in nice condition showing some age. The M3 was manufactured by a number of U.S. knife and cutlery manufacturers during the war. Avery nice example of an early issueM3 knife from a scarce maker, ready to add to your WWII edged weapon collection! 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. Every day, memories of World War IIits sights and sounds, its terrors and triumphsdisappear. My only intent was to have a determination regarding the authenticity as a WW2 Blade dated Kinfolks M3, with the goal of further education for the collector community here. You are bidding on a preowned Original WW2 Kinfolks 6" Blade Fighting Knife. While some are very rare, such as the L-76, L-77, Bushman and USMC parachutist knives, several examples are more ubiquitous. Comes its original USM8 bakelite scabbard, 1st type, manufactured by B.M. Later production Case V-44s adopted poured lead rivets to secure the grips instead of the brass rivets. The original models said to originate from Sheffield in England first came onto the screen in the late 1600s or early 1700s. sac dep spa 115. unable to attach to the process a debug component is not installed. Notice the grind marks are showing in the blade. FREEUSPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPINGWITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. The buyer might be pissed! eBay sent this message to john schmidt (jw517). Follow me onFacebook @argoman400BCto keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. Description 5/8/18 - This is an extremely rare, all original US M3 Fighting knife made by Kinfolks during WW2. or tool use. Enter your search keyword Advanced: Daily Deals; Help & Contact; Sell; My eBay Expand My eBay. The leather handle shows wear, dents and scratches. The metal shows some light toning and scattered areas of age discoloration as well, but it completely free of any real pitting. The original leather handle is unused. Nov 21, 2022, 2:52 PM UTC dog sex comic bj rubyruby048 warman pump barrel assembly wife black breeding discord pfp maker 3libnet books. WWII CASE US M3 FIGHTING KNIFE & USM8 SHEATH, ALL . The handle on this Kinfolks includes a plastic guard and pommel with no damage. Stacked leather washers handle with colored fiber and brass spacers on the ends; solid aluminum pommel with a large brass lug-nut. 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. Original WW2 WWII Era Kinfolks Blade Fighting Knife w/ Leather Kinfolks Scabbard | Collectibles, Militaria, WW II (1939-45) | eBay! (ed. See pics. During the time which they made knives, the company created a long line of hunting and fishing knives. 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. Thank you gentlemen, this is the discussion I hoped we could have. Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. Although this knife 285163348244 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 CASE XX VWWII Bowie Pilot Survival knife WW2 - 100% Original! Closure straps are nice and solid with no rot. Like all of the scabbards except those delivered with the Western knives, this one has no hilt retaining strap. The blade has honest wear throughout but the bluing is still evident, especially towards the base of the blade. Camillus Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing use and wear. Scabbard appears to be original. Has a leather handle and scabbard. Two excellent Mark 2's stamped "KA-BAR" are synonymous with World War II U.S. military combat knives. 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.

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