00: blade marked and dated utica 143 with usm8 scabbard: good: 450. For your consideration is a genuine world war 2 us m3 utica trench combat fighting knife with its original us m8 bm co. Wwii us m3 utica fighting knife - a fighting knife, also commonly called a combat knife. Very rare in near mint condition\nusm3, dagger 100 guaranteed authentic wwii, from a private collection of pieces coming from the ardennes offensive of. - blade with its original correct medium gray factory and edge finish - no pitting or rust -. Only the first batch of production out of utica were blade dated and marked like this blade. Find m3 knife utica from a vast selection of collectibles. 5 inch false edge, a handle made of compressed, stacked leather washers with 6 or 8 grooves, and a steel crossguard and pommel. The blade is crisply marked us m3 utica early m3 knives had manufacturer and model designation stamped on the blades. Wwii all american paratroopers fighting weapon - clearly guard marked u. 118 Over the years they have also produced hunting knives and a line of tableware. The t4 consisted of an m3 knife blade while the t5 and t6 were spike. Book, the us m3 trench knife in ww2, its an excellent book. Fixed blade knife marked us m3-utica on blade, with leather sheath. Early pattern m8 scabbard without the m110 belt hook and a braided leather leg tie.
This exact knife is pictured in mike silveys wwii book. In the past m3 knives were extremely hard to come by, prior to the release of thousands of them in the 10s. Another good reference is us military knives bayonets and machetes book iii by mh cole. In the book the best of us military knives: bayonets. However, it was particularly designed for use by forces in need of a close combat knife, such as airbornes and army rangers, so these units received priority for the m3 at the start of production. M3 fighting knives, including an early side-marked uticathe main-line american army fighting knife of world war ii, the m3 knife was introduced to service with the right flat of the blade used as a location for the makers marks. Extremely scarce utica cutlery blade dated m3 fighting knife from ww2. Government, kinfolks produced only 11,702, and was definitely one of the minor contractors. 41 37 7 bids us ww2 named m3 blade marked utica knifeedged weapons - 471. An original ww2 early us m3 fighting knife and m8 scabbard with integral frog in as found, un-messed with condition.
5 vintage kinfolks knife fixed blade stacked leather handle with sheath. Ww ii us m3 trench fighting knife made in 143 by utica iaw early g. The m3 fighting knife -- also called the m-3 trench knife -- had a 6. What kind of scabbard? Imperial m3s, were made post wwii. The leather grip is still tight and has darkened with age. Simply put the m3 was made for the collector to chase. Wwii western us military fighting knife with sheath / blued g46-8 usmc. Next up is a great looking m3 fighting knife made by utica cutlery and is complete with its m8 scabbard. M8 scabbard with integral frog by bm co beckwith manufacturing company. The m-3 was very similar to the us m4 bayonet used on the m1 carbine. Vintage kutmaster utica usa scout folding pocket utility knife. Heritage auction archives prices realized from 6,36,5 past auction lots great valuation tool. The m3 fighting knife or m3 trench knife was an american military combat knife first issued in march 143. With the zippered canvas scabbard, sharpening stone and 2 tiny books. The m3 was originally designated for issue to soldiers not otherwise equipped with a bayonet. 478 The value for wwii fighting knives and other military antiques and collectibles is provided as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field. 37 details about ww2 wwii utica us m105 bayonet dated 142 16 fighting knife m1. To the underside of the crossguard, for example us m3 utica. Info on this knife and sheath, and any suggestions for a selling price.
Us wwii m3 knife, kinfolks mfg, blade marked, m8 scabbard. It has an undamaged 6blade which has just staining consistent with age. 00: mark 1 usn knife by pal, in fiber scabbard: excellent: 225. Mark 2 usn knife by robeson shuredge with red spacers, unusually fine leather scabbard: fine: 450. This fighting knife has a un-sharpened blade marked, u. -- all unaltered! See all photos for proof of statements below blade has original factory finish and blade edge finish - no nicks, pitting or defects anywhere. Books american military bayonets of the 20th century by gary cunningham us. Wwii us blade marked utica us m3 trench fighting knife dagger w/m8 airborne. Of us, british, australian and new zealand knives, books one and two are the. The sheath is original and made by the black horse leather shop. 00: mark 1 usn knife by geneva forge, in theater scabbard: fine: 125. The m3 fighting knife was developed in 143 and hundreds of thousands were. 487 Us m3 boker wwii ww2 fighting knife m8 scabbard very scarce m3. Us ww2 blade - marked imperial m3 trench knife fighting knife, bm co m8a1 scabbard. This exact knife is pictured on page 107 of mike silveys wwii book. Ww2 early us m3 fighting knife blade manufacturer marked utica cutlery. M3 utica marked guard, nice stacked leather grip with no missing or damaged sections, bursting bomb marked pommel.
6/2/18 - this is an original ww2 production us m3 fighting knife. A very clean example with a blue finished blade and an intelligently sharpened blade edge. 659 Most of the original finish is worn off, and there are traces of past light oxidation. Wwii us imperial m3 trench fighting knife dagger w/us m8 scabbard sheath. Wwii us military issue utica guard marked m3 trench knife b. M3 utica guard marked original description: a beautiful original u. Shop for-and learn about-antique and vintage fixed blade knives. This knife was made in 144 by utica and it has a m8 scabbard. To recognize armed forces day in the united states, blade takes a look back at. During world war two, utica produced the m3 knife, the m4 bayonet, the m105 and. Check out our utica knives gift selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. Wwii us blade marked utica us m3 trench fighting knife dagger w/m8 airborne edged weapons - 471. - us wwii m3 fighting knife, guard marked utica mfg: original era manufacture. Acc is american cutlery company according to coles book. Buy us wwii m3 utica blade marked fighting knife with scabbard mint: gunbroker is the largest seller of bayonets knives. The hand guard is covered is patina as is the pommel. Us wwii utica m3 trench knife with x/guard hm, hm us m-3 utica, ref 1/iii/7/23, very lightly honed blade has 60/70 original.
There is some spotty patina discoloration and thinning of the blued finish throughout the blade, but no signs of sharpening or abuse. The knife shows honest use and is in fine condition. 12/28/17 - this is an early, extremely scarce utica cutlery blade dated m3 fighting knife from ww2. Boker, kinfolks, robeson, utica, imperial, case, aerial and pal also made. 67 Archive forum for discussing milsurp bayonets, antique military swords and military. Ww2 us m3 case fighting knife - blade marked - sold - print email. Two wwii us m3 utica fighting knives and scabbards. We also have an m3 knife made by the boker company, and the utica company in the collection. Stainless steel folding pocket knife/jack knife, 2 blade, celluloid handle, 2 3/4 closed, 1 piece starpower 5 out of 5 stars 16,101. These knives are very well marked and exhibit variations that all collectors adore. Rare wwii us army m3 imperial fighting knife with correct m8 scabbard ! 225. Blade marked usm8 bm co scabbard during wwii a total of different manufacturers produced the m3 trench knife. We source products from major marketplaces and smaller sellers and manufacturers for related categories.
Military/trench knives when you will find yourself in a factory ww2 machete knife with us m3 utica. Wwii blade dated 143 utica m3 trench knife milsco m6 scabbard relic. Buy us wwii m3 fighting knife guard marked utica: gunbroker is the largest seller of bayonets knives. I design specs along with the knifes original leather and metal sheath made by vitner bros. Thomas, to write an authoritative reference book on. Fighting knife, with the guard deeply maker stamped, u. 179 Hey yall, im back with another knife from my father in law. The scabbard is original to the knife and is unmarked. Ww2 us army m3 trench fighting knife pal blade marked m8 scabbard. Values for two us m3 fighting knives with m6 leather sheaths, case 143 dated in. Iguide?Is proud to host the online pocket knives price guide. While a nice, broad canvas, concerns were raised that the blade stamps could have a negative effect on the strength of the knife, so only the earliest m3s. The 6 3/4 inch spear point blade is in good condition, though it definitely was used, and sharpened while in service. 00: mark 2 usn knife by rcc guard marking in fiber scabbard: fine: 225. The m3 fighting knife or m3 trench knife was an american military combat. Fighting knife and other commando knives book by ron flook.