This limited the usefulness of the M3 when employed for backhand slashing strokes. VINTAGE KINFOLKS FIGHTING Knife USA Made WWII ERA 10.5" - $162.64. See Sold Price 6 bids. FOR SALE! These are the things that concern me about the Kinfolk's M3 in the OP. I hope it does not go above 1200.00 . 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. Tags: This product is available for international shipping. Sell a Similar Item. WWII, 1 In Stock. The handle was stacked leather, generally grooved. Displays well. This one has a staked pommel, and appears to be refinished,plus the handle does not appear correct, looks like handle was replaced. Leather scabbard is also in nice condition and snap functions nicely. There are a significant number of different varietiessome historians say as many as 42. Leather sheath is initialed "W.S." [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]. 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). Bayonet - Scarce, WW2 U.S. Navy MK2 Camillus Fighting Knife, WW2 U.S.M.C. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 US M3 Utica Cutlery Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing much wear and age. Cross-guard is marked U.S. M4 A.C.C. According to knife maker, researcher and author M.H. World War 2 German close combat fighting boot knife with scabbard. WW2 US USMC 1945 CHATILLON N.Y. Bolo Knife & BOYT sheath NICE! The canvas is very good, with a bit of wear, and the finish on the snaps on the frog has worn. 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. We purchased this collection a few years ago. This seems to be a common tactic among collectors, to speak negatively about items that they wish to buy in order to drive down interest. The three other makers essentially produced copies of the Collins #18 Machete. The M3 was originally designated for issue to soldiers not otherwise equipped with a bayonet. Grip is real nice with no damage. 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). PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This M1 Garand Bayonet is in nice condition showing some wear and age. Please email me atinfo@argocoins.comif you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. Knives that have been refurbished are usually sharpened before Parkerizing, so no white line. Crossguard is marked : U.S.N. 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. SIZE: BLADE 5" L TERMS: Please Read Carefully. Nice genuine WWII USM3 trench knife, manufactured by Kinfolks, hallmarked on blade and featuring the Ordnance Department flaming bomb stamped on pommel. Leather V42 type scabbard is nice and solid. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the knife 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. 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. 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. 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 . KA-BAR, Robeson, Pal, Utica, Ontario and Camillus were the major manufacturers of the Mark 2. Asking your trading partner to complete a transaction outside of eBay is not allowed. $240.00. 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. Please see our. CASE XX VWWII Bowie Pilot Survival knife WW2 - 100% Original! Metal throat to scabbard shows some patina. 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The white line referred to, comes about when the knife has a factory edge that was done after the knife was Parkerized. All sales to/deals with Russia are void forever. The knife retains its original leather scabbard which is in aboutFINEcondition as well. Vietnam Era BOC Bauer US M7 Bayonet with (newer) M10 Scabbard, Vietnam War Era MILPAR M7Bayonet Knife w M8A1 Scabbard. SKIP. . The original knife was theNo 18 Machete, which was manufactured byCollins & Company. WW2~ Camillus NY. Blade shows much sharpening. 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 ) Camillus N.Y. . The peen looks a little crude, but in Gary's book U.S. Leather grip shows wear but is tight. The grooves provided better purchase. The name has been written in the front section. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. For Sale By: Nildraga. According to knife collector, researcher and author Bill Walters, only two of the brass mounted Western V-44 knives are known to exist. This is the first pattern which is blade maker marked and dated 1943. Scabbard shows some wear but is still nice and supple. Please email me atinfo@argocoins.comif you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. 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). The pommel is stamped with a flaming bomb. You may not like what the doctor told you but don't ignore what e says. Blade is tight. Take a look at thePayments section within ourTerms and Conditionsfor mailing instructions and additional details. Blade looks like it was possibly made from a 16" Garand bayonet. Of the three concerns the starburst would be my least concern. The guard was thick steel angled on top to form a thumb rest. Scabbard is real nice with no damage. Great homogeneous set. 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. The blade-dated Utica does not have a pinned pommel, but has "V"cut grooves in the handle, which were never used. Every sailor who worked topside was issued a fixed blade for cutting ropes/line. 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. Total length with handle is 12 3/8 inch. 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. By Overall this is a very attractive and eminently displayable example of the classic World War II eraV-44 Survival Knife. Since 2002, LiveAuctioneers has made exceptional items available for safe purchase in secure online auctions. SKIP. Fastening straps are present and snap functions great. [4][2][5] This limited the usefulness of the M3 when employed for backhand slashing strokes. They also made some pocket knives but most were belt knives. Follow me onFacebook @argoman400BCto keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. 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. 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. The M3 was originally designated for issue to soldiers not otherwise equipped with a bayonet. I would New message from: absoluteestates Top Rated Seller(5,118Green Star), Hi, Thanks for your email. In the United States, World War II mobilized a workforce that had never been seen before. We don't check this mailbox, so please don't reply to this message. Kinda sounds like a "mission statement" doesn't it. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM Pommel cap is undamaged. Vintage WWII 1943 Kinfolks Inc US M3 Trench Fighting Knife M8 B.M. They have some very nice knives for sale too! North American Auction Company. Antique WW2 Kinfolks Fighting Knife USA W/orig. Crossguard has been straightened. SKIP. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 Theater Made Fighting knife is in great condition. Notice the grind marks are showing in the blade. 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. Originally there were supposed to be eight grooves, but some companies generally used to six to seven. The original scabbard is marked, U.S. M8 B.M. Mark 1s by Colonial had injected plastic handles. Powered by Invision Community, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. 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 submachine gun. Free shipping for many products! Some soldiers also found the M3's cutting edge to be difficult to maintain in the field. [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. Made in Iraq. Kninfolks, Not trying to misrepresent anything, I'm a fair seller and all my items have a 30 day return policy if buyer is not happy. All Images and Text Copyright 2003-2023 International Military Antiques Inc. All Rights Reserved. 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. 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. Cases initial production knife was a copy of the third Collins production variant with Bakelite grips, the barbell shaped brass guard and brass rivets to secure the grips. 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. Sell a Similar Item. Both had huge blood grooves, stacked leather handles, and several different guards and pommels. Blade is unsharpened. Even if I compare this blade dated one to other Kinfolk that are just blade marked I still see the differences. 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. Appearing at the end of WWII, the M-4 Bayonet gave the M-1 carbine a much-needed edge in combat. . ALSO, WOODEN MALLET WITH METAL END. Hardly noticeable. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the knife ? WW2 PAL US Navy Mark 1 Knife RH35 NORD B.M.Co Sheath Leather Handle Red Spacers. Vintage Kinfolks Fighting Knife USA Made WWII ERA 10.5". Stacked leather washers handle with colored fiber and brass spacers on the ends; solid aluminum pommel with a large brass lug-nut. The man who collected them has passed away, but I have no doubt that these knives are, indeed, as good as they appear. Union Cutlery Co. made approximately 1 million USMC-stamped KA-BAR knives for distribution in the South Pacific. 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 . 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. Length: 31cm. Also note all the handles appear to be dyed, and buffed the same. These are not empty words. Give Today. Sep 10, 2016. Original WW2 era Kinfolks fighting knife, mid-war issue 5-inch blade/Bakelite guard type; orig leather scabbard. I asked the seller about them. Some blades do look to have like finishes. Email reference id: [#a02-mxr09cfvza#]_[#14087033f01d4caaa5dbf21b968fe210#]. Learn more about our privacy notice and user agreement. For collectible knives and edged weaponsArgocoinsaccepts payments via credit cards, personal checks drawn from US-based accounts, certified US-based bank checks, and money orders. 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. N.Y." Nice condition with expected wear from use and age. Original Item: Only One Available. Just a real nice unique quality made knife. Leather handle is nice with a few dings. Cases initial production knife was a copy of the third Collins production variant with Bakelite grips, the barbell shaped brass guard and brass rivets to secure the grips. Knife is named to side of handle and initialed to both sides at cross guard area. MARK 2 CAMILLUS, N.Y. . Knife blade has been sharpened with scratches and dark areas. Nov 21, 2022, 2:52 PM UTC dog sex comic bj rubyruby048 warman pump barrel assembly wife black breeding discord pfp maker 3libnet books. While the designation may not be accurate, it has become a collectors term of convenience and I will use it as well, as most knife collectors know exactly what you are talking about when you say V-44. . Scabbard appears to be original. Blade is unsharpened. Saturday, May 19, 2018, is Armed Forces Day. 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. 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. Snap to scabbard functions great. 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. The top edge was sharpened about a third of the blade length. Follow me onFacebook @argoman400BCto keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions.. FREEUSPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPINGWITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 U.S. E.G.W. [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. The blade is in great shape with only some very light discoloration and scabbard wear. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION:This WW2 US M3 Imperial Fighting Knife is in nice condition showing some wear. 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. Estimate $60 - $100. The PAL blade-dated has one pin(like Camillus repros), instead of two pins in the pommel. Do your homework gang! 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). Sign up for a new account in our community. The M3 trench knife or M3 fighting knife was an American military combat knife first issued in March 1943. Editors note: The following is by Richard D. White. 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. Fighting Knife is in fair condition showing some wear and age. Fastening snap functions great. eBay sent this message to john schmidt (jw517). 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. Many times the guards and pommels were mixed and matched. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . IMA considers all antique guns offered on our website as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. Another Western World War II fixed blade was the 46-8, a huge, impressive combat knife with an 8-inch blade. Blade shows light surface rust in some areas but no pitting. Scabbard is nice with no damage. [1][2][3] However, it was particularly designed for use by forces in need of a close combat knife, such as Airborne Units and Army Rangers, so these units received priority for the M3 at the start of production. Pick-Up will be 1 WEEK ONLY. 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. While designated for issue to soldiers not armed with the bayonet, it was especially designed for such shock units as parachute troops and rangers. 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. The fiberglass shell is excellent, with excellent paint, and the throat still has most of the original finish. It was 12 inches long with a 7-inch blade. 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. The M3 replaced the OSS dagger in service in 1944. Just to be clear I have no interest in this listing. 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. Handle is made from a .50 caliber shell casing and projectile. 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. M4s were issued to troops for use as a combat knife even though their weapon may not have been able to accommodate a bayonet. The bottom section is enforced with an extra section of leather attached via four large rivets. 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. Blade measures approximately 7" long. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location.