The original purpose of the M3 Trench Knife was to equip soldiers with a close combat weapon who were not equipped with a bayonet. The M3 fighting knife was developed in 1943 and hundreds of thousands were produced during World War II. Full sized / additional images available upon request. With that in mind we find the knives were reproduced around the world as well as in this country. That might explain why many men and women in service still choose one of our KA-BAR military and tactical knives as their personal knife option today. There where no new contracts issued for these knives during the Korean War, we had plenty of new old stock Fighting/Utility knives left over from WW2 production. In stock. In 1943 many soldiers got a brand new shinny present called the M3 Fighting Knife or as it was commonly called the M3 Trench Knife. UCK-0017-WPN Civil War US M1840 Artillery Sword Our Price: $499.95 Item #29814. Sergeant Stan W Scott, No. The new series of knives made by Utica, Camillus, Conetta, MSI and Ontario are properly called Knife, Combat (Military Specification MIL-K-20227 with a number of minor amendments). The knife was supplied in a leather scabbard with press-studded retaining loop and a brass chape to keep the wearer protected from the knife tip. Our specialty departments offer reproductions for film and re-enactment crews, and rare memorabilia such as World War collectibles. Blade Marked M3 Fighting Knife. That's because in 1942, it was a KA-BAR knife that the United States Marine Corps chose for the American men fighting in the deadliest conflict in human history - World War II. The KA-BAR knife was named when a hunter, after his gun jammed, had to rely on a knife to "Kill-A-Bear," according to the knife's manufacturer. Mar 4, 2013 - WWII Kutmaster (Utica) 7" Fighting Knife with the original scabbard. Vintage Military Fighting Knives and Daggers for sale at International Military Antiques. This was the old "brass knuckle", short bladed, dirk that was issued to US soldiers in the Trenches of France back in WW1. C075074 BRITISH FAIRBAIRN/SYKES FAT WOOD GRIPPED FIGHTING KNIFE. Very good example of a rare blade marked M3 fighting knife . This is a very difficult call in some instances. No markings. KA-BAR has a history as a leading military knife producer. Shopping Cart (0 ) View cart "Close Cart" Account. Well used. $99.95 VIEW DETAILS. The blade is of double edge construction. 3:05. Fairbairn himself remarked that in order to achieve a quick draw the sheath must be firmly secured, and as such the sheath was fitted with four tabs to enable it to be stitched to clothing or equipment. Made by Imperial . The vast majority of the fighting knives used by the US military in WWII were built in New York by companies such as Cammilus (from the town of the same name), Ka-Bar (Olean, NY), the Utica Knife Company (in Utica, NY), and Cattaraugus knives, in Cattaraugus County where the Ontario Knife Company also made its home. Of leather construction. In stock. £24.95. Missing half the chain. Actually this one has a more pronounced upswept tip to the blade than many I have seen. The Mark I was a great trench fighting knife, but not a good, survival / fighting knife. It is correct for the Vietnam era. The samples displayed here cover various countries that participated in the war. If the knife has been apart (as indicated by the removal/replacement of the top nut) be wary of any stamps. WW2 German Parade Knife - Nickel . The only official, US military fighting knife was the old "trench knife", the Mark I Trench Knife. NO OTHER marks during World War II production. On Dec. 9, 1942, the knife became the official fighting knife of the United States Marine Corps; more than one million knifes were sold during World War II. In stock. Examples are also found with black grips. Information provided includes the identification of fighting knives and pricing of fighting knives. British / allied WW2 and later commando / Special Operation Executive / special forces Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knives. For all of my Patrons you will receive an 'Early Listing Notification', this is an advanced notice of any knife coming up for sale and along with other Patrons you will have the opportunity to purchase this in advance of it being listed publicly on the website. The handle is composed of a series of compressed leather rings. This is a typical BC41 fighting/trench knife. Buy Now. 3 Army Commando, demonstrates the use of the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife. Today KA-BAR produces not only combat knives, but high quality hunting knives, and all-purpose utility knives. 0 FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS $200+ ... German WWII Hitler Youth Knife with Motto Marked RZM M7/66. The knife probably dates to the 1960-1970's. Proceeds and commissions from these sales - in part - go towards the purchase of additional reference materials and acquisition expenses. K98 Bayonet Frog without Strap - Brown . 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. WWII German Luftwaffe Paratrooper Gravity Knife (reproduction) PRICE REDUCED! I am always interested in purchasing rare or unusual bayonets, short swords or fighting knives for my own private collection or for resale on my website. Buy WWII German Helmets, Badges, Daggers, Uniforms Swords, Medals, Flags, Banners, Hats, Signs, Pennants, Photos and all other types of WW2 German Militaria for the fairest prices available. Wilkinson had monopole of the "F-S Fighting Knife" mark on their knives. Asterisked* prices are currently subject to a 20% discount. It has a hand fitting ferruled blackened metal grip. Buy Now. UWK-0168-RP WWII USMC Corpsman Bolo Knife Our Price: $119.95 Item #29864. Post any type of knives, bayonets, swords, or other edged weapons. The one featured here is a WWII version. Visit our Shopping Site pages and buy from us direct or visit our Books for Sale pages and buy research materials from one of our affiliates. The KABAR USMC knife was a general issue knife to marines in World War II. The knife was associated with elite forces such as the 101st Airborne who wore it strapped to the lower leg. GWK-0019. $80: EE-3609 WWII Naval Officers ID Tag worn on the wrist. … $50: EE-3610 WWII Period Dog Tags with religious fob. The K98 bayonet is a very sought-after bayonet like all other WW2 German bayonets.The real name of the K98 bayonet is the SS84/98 III bayonet but it is often called "K98 bayonet" because this SS84/98 III bayonet was given to German soldiers with their K98 carbine (K meaning Karabiner in German).This bayonet has been mass-produced by the German army before and during WW2. David Linsey 7,461 views. Marshall Ross Thompson Recommended for you. This is an earlier unmarked version. Selected Knives of the World updated February 25, 2008: Help us keep this Identification Service alive. 7 Mk. £49.95. 176,000 No. In the past M3 knives were extremely hard to come by, prior to the release of thousands of them in the 1990's. C008783 BRITISH FAIRBAIRN/SYKES FIGHTING KNIFE WITH SHEATH. US M3 KNIFE UNMARKED This is an M3 fighting knife. Scarce maker. The next contract issued for this pattern knife was in late 1960 to the Utica cutlery Company. GREAT BRITAIN & COMMONWEALTH WWII. K98 Bayonet Frog without Strap - Black . K98 bayonet and scabbard . Lockheed SR 71 Blackbird - Duration: 15:01. $50: EE-3608 1940s-50 US Marine Corps lock. They worked in two-man groups to sabotage high-value targets. I/L bayonets were produced. The grip scales are made of a resin impregnated cloth composite, Paxolin, and have deep finger grooves to allow use as a fighting knife. There were NO inspector's marks or Broad Arrow on Wilkinson FS knives … The photo is courtesy of DL. This is a nice quality reproduction the original Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife used in WWII and this knife is made by Windlass Steelcrafts and has carbon blued steel blade and is forged by hand. Therefore: Early WW2 marked on the ricasso with maker and service (either USN or USMC) and in 1944 changed to marked on the guard, still with maker and service. Ka-Bar (trademarked as KA-BAR, pronounced / ˈ k eɪ b ɑːr /) is the contemporary popular name for the combat knife first adopted by the United States Marine Corps in November 1942 as the 1219C2 combat knife (later designated the USMC Mark 2 combat knife or Knife, Fighting Utility), and subsequently adopted by the United States Navy as the U.S. Navy utility knife, Mark 2. Out of stock. £8.95. There were different types of scabbards that were issued with the Fairbairn and Sykes knife. Comes with original scabbard. Black bakelite sections are found at each end of the handle. $95: EE-3611 WWII Mark I Navy Knife. The 120mm double-edged blade is in excellent condition. I have seen many such knives being sold as WW2 items but the Rehwappen, Solingen logo was not introduced until 1949. With regard to marking on Wilkinson FS knives, there was only the Wilkinson Sword logo and the FS logo. EE-3612 WW2 Cattaraugus fighting knife with scabbard. This knife was made between 1962 and February 1974. SALE UXK-0031-JEG WWI/WWII M1905 Bayonet Fighting Knife Our Price: $49.95 Item #29733. … As issued during WWII. Simply put the M3 was made for the collector to chase. U.S. WW2 issued M3 fighting knife. They were formed during World War II as a small commando unit used in amphibious operations. The pommel is made of steel. Close Quarters Combat - Sheath Knife in WWII - Duration: 3:05. To see our complete inventory of Great Britain & Commonwealth WW2 items Click Here. My US MILITARY FIGHTING KNIFE website is designed for collectors. We also carry commercial products such as backpacks, knives, gun-cleaning kits, and winter jackets and footwear. Buy Now. This post WW2 fighting knife was made by Rehwappen of Solingen, Germany. These knives are very well marked and exhibit variations that all collectors adore. If the stamps are too crisp it may be an indication of fakery. The design was perfected by the Wilkinson Sword Co., … £8.95. 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