ww2 kinfolks fighting knife

The pommel was flat steel and pinned to the tang. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Theater Made Fighting knife is in great condition. Sign up for a new account in our community. [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. This is a late war knife with the plastic guard and pommel. A.F.H. The bottom section is enforced with an extra section of leather attached via four large rivets. The blade dated PAL and UC are pinned in his illustrations. Snap fastener of handle securing strap is in working order. Snap to scabbard functions great. The blade is somewhat dull, but could easily be sharpened. Rare Fighting Knife. Leather handle is real nice with a tiny crack at crossguard. The grip, guard and blade are all tightly secured to each other and there is absolutely no movement or wobble in any of the components. 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! Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Rare WWII guard Mk USM3 KI Kinfolks paratrooper knife at the best online prices at eBay! Tags: As the U.S. 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 . About Me 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. 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. Later production Case V-44s adopted poured lead rivets to secure the grips instead of the brass rivets. 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. M4s were issued to troops for use as a combat knife even though their weapon may not have been able to accommodate a bayonet. Pommels were the traditional birds-beak design or flat of steel, plastic or wood. The original knife was theNo 18 Machete, which was manufactured byCollins & Company. The scabbardwas manufactured by Beckwith Mfg Co. a division of Victory Plastics. Any review of World War II military fixed blades must include several examples of Western knives. 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. Avery nice example of an early issueM3 knife from a scarce maker, ready to add to your WWII edged weapon collection! The scabbard throat is stamped "US M8" or "US M8A1" on the flat steel part along with the manufacturer's initials. North American Auction Company. During World War II, the V-44 also saw service with Colonel Carlsons 2ndMarine Raider Battalion, earning the nickname Gung Ho knife. I hope it does not go above 1200.00 . BLADE is doing its part by taking a look back at the knives that accompanied those in uniform during World War II. These are the things that concern me about the Kinfolk's M3 in the OP. 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. Does anyone have a Kinfolks, blade dated M3 they can post for comparison? PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: This WW2 US M3 Kinfolks Fighting Knife is in nice condition showing some wear and age. The company closed shop in the 1950s and they have since been resurrected in other capacities. SIZE: BLADE 5" L TERMS: Please Read Carefully. One very positive note, is the knives were not posted as a "starting bid of ", some very high dollar value. This product is available for international shipping. The model 380 was one of the most popular. Blade finishes included polished, blued and Parkerized. The M3 was designed to meet a shortage of combat knives, especially in early 1942. It was held in place with a steel washer pinned to the tang. Knives that have been refurbished are usually sharpened before Parkerizing, so no white line. 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. All original rivets are all present; the leather is soft and supple still. 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. Scabbard is nice showing some wear but no damage. Remaining strap is soft. 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. 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. Camillus Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing use and wear. Scabbard shows evidence of once having a camouflage paint applied. Awesome find in this Fairbairn Sykes fighting knife from the second World War. You have entered an incorrect email address! Asking your trading partner to complete a transaction outside of eBay is not allowed. The Mark I probably the World War II military knife encountered most in the marketplace. 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. 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. . The blade-dated Utica does not have a pinned pommel, but has "V"cut grooves in the handle, which were never used. The guard has a rich, uncleaned ocher patina that is very attractive. 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. 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. Co. Names Vilakis Tony and Irene have been carved at the back of the sheath. The belt loop is solid and intact and remains very crisp, which is uncommon as the design was prone to excessive wear and breakage. Blade has been slightly sharpened. WWII WW2 USN USMC KINFOLKS 6 INCH FIGHTING KNIFE EXCELLENT CONDITION $325.00 Seller: vpt60 (1,008) 100% or Best Offer +$16.00 shipping Sponsored WWII US M1 CARBINE BAYONET FIGHTING KNIFE KINFOLKS USM4 w/ M8A1 Scabbard Pre-Owned $195.00 Seller: archeologycity (8,807) 99.3% Buy It Now +$11.75 shipping Free returns Sponsored Starting Price $15. Learn more about account protection. Estimate $60 - $100. [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 Kinfolks company was an outgrowth of the success of the W.R. Case & Sons and Cattaraugus cutlery companies. Overall measures approx 12" long.. Vintage WWII 1943 Kinfolks Inc US M3 Trench Fighting Knife M8 B.M. [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. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. U.S. with flaming Bomb. According to knife maker, researcher and author M.H. In the United States, World War II mobilized a workforce that had never been seen before. 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. In 1965, Robeson ended production of Kinfolks knives. The pommel is stamped with a flaming bomb. [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]. We at Argocoins stand firmly with the people of Ukraine against the Russian aggression. The blade had a massive blood groove and upswept false edge on the spine. Free shipping for many products! . [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. Condition: As FoundDimensions: L-12".Provenance: From a New York City Estate. The company still exists today, producing fine cutlery. The machete really resembled the oversized Bowie knives often encountered in images of early Civil War Confederate soldiers, as opposed to a traditional machete. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This M1 Garand Bayonet is in nice condition showing some wear and age. Blade shows much sharpening. Enter your search keyword Advanced: Daily Deals; Help & Contact; Sell; My eBay Expand My eBay. They are not knife people,we are. 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. Somers, R.H. (Brig. [6][7][4][8][9][5] The blade was made of carbon steel, and was either blued or parkerized. Measures approximately 13" long with scabbard. According to knife collector, researcher and author Bill Walters, only two of the brass mounted Western V-44 knives are known to exist. Gen., U.S. Army, ret.) Vietnam Era BOC Bauer US M7 Bayonet with (newer) M10 Scabbard, Vietnam War Era MILPAR M7Bayonet Knife w M8A1 Scabbard. 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WW2 era Kinfolks fighting knife, mid-war issue 5-inch blade/Bakelite guard type; original leather scabbard. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . While designated for issue to soldiers not armed with the bayonet, it was especially designed for such shock units as parachute troops and rangers. Original Kinfolks leather scabbard is in very good overall condition, considering the age. Blade looks like it was possibly made from a 16" Garand bayonet. Nice WWII German reproduction knife with scabbard. Scabbard does not appear to be the correct. . We don't check this mailbox, so please don't reply to this message. WW2 era RH PAL 36 fighting knife. 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. It was officially known as the G46. I did note there was a Kinfolks blade marked (not dated) that had an original worn finish, and appeared all correct. Leather sheath is initialed "W.S." document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()); Caribou Media Group | All rights reserved. WW2 KINFOLKS NO. This is the first pattern which is blade maker marked and dated 1943. [12][2] The steel crossguard had an angular bend at one end to facilitate a thumb rest. We purchased this collection a few years ago. This cut is only on one side and can be seen in last photo. The knives had been in storage for many years, some of them for over forty. WWII USN MK2 Fighting Knife by KA-BAR with Sheath. ok joo ri instagram. (ed. 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 Cutlery variant is an extremely scare knife and the most difficult to find for sale, particularly in high condition. nice and tight. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 U.S.M.C. Knife Bayonets and Scabbards, there is a dead mint ACC marked M4 bayonet that looks like the peen was done with a chisel. ), 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. Sell a Similar Item. International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our ship-to list. The nature of the starburst pattern on the pommel/tang. 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. Scabbard shows some wear but is still nice and supple. Has the early Kinfolks stamping on the blade. The knife retains its original leather scabbard which is in aboutFINEcondition as well. 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. 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. 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 [5] A rawhide thong on the end of the sheath allowed the user to tie the sheathed knife to his leg to prevent it from flapping when running. FREEUSPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPINGWITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. The sharp steel blade me. Fastening snap functions great. Email reference id: [#a02-mxr09cfvza#]_[#14087033f01d4caaa5dbf21b968fe210#].

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