Description: WWII 4th GENERATION KA-BAR USMC FIGHTING KNIFE W/SHEATH. Some of the most desirable U. S. fighting knives of WWII are the Marine fighting knives made by the Union Cutlery Company (KA-BAR). The first of those were the hot-blued finished so-called "Red Spacer" KA-BAR's which did not hold up well in the hot, humid jungle conditions of the Southwest Pacific islands, like Guadalcanal, where the Marines fought. As a result, for its 2nd generation of Marine fighting knives KA-BAR switched to a gray-blue Parkerized finish, and for its 3rd generation it switched to a gray-black Parkerized finish and also changed from a rounded to a rectangular pommel peen. And, finally, for its 4th generation it switched to a thin, pinned pommel. This knife is one of those 4th generation knives, and as the photos show, it is in near mint condition. There is a little discoloration on the upper rear of the guard, but otherwise it is almost like it just left the factory. It's blade is properly stamped with the smaller "KA-BAR" on it left ricasso and "USMC" on its right. The white sticker with "35" on it on the rear of the pommel shows the knife came from the collection of famous collector, Gary Boyd, and I have left it in place, but it can easily be removed if you wish when you receive it. It comes with its original sheath which is in excelllent plus condition. If you have any questions, please ask before buying or making an offer. Thanks.
Price: 725 USD
Location: McKinney, Texas
End Time: 2024-12-26T19:05:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 20 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Union Cutlery Company (KA-BAR)
Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Region of Origin: United States
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
