Unissued WWII U.S. M3 Trench Knife | Utica | NOS in Original Cosmoline Wrap
Description
The absolute Holy Grail condition for any serious US edged weapons collector.
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The Wrap: The blade remains completely sealed in its factory-applied heavy grease (cosmoline) and green protective wax paper. This packaging has preserved the steel flawlessly for over 80 years.
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The Handle: The paper has been peeled back just enough to reveal a breathtaking, mint-condition grooved stacked leather handle with absolutely no rot or wear.
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Markings: This is the desirable guard-marked variant. The crossguard is deeply and clearly stamped "U.S. M3 / UTICA" alongside the Ordnance Dept. Flaming Bomb.
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Condition: Mint / NOS. We highly recommend the new owner keeps it in this original wrap, as it dramatically increases the collectible value.
Technical Specs:
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Model: U.S. M3 Trench Knife
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Maker: Utica Cutlery Co.
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Era: WWII (Late 1943 - 1944)
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Condition: Mint / Unissued (Factory Wrapped).
