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Original WWII US M3 Trench Knife (Imperial) w/ M8 Scabbard | Salty Veteran

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A blade with a true frontline story! We are offering a genuine WWII US M3 Trench Knife manufactured by the sought-after Imperial Knife Co. This is the 1944 "Guard Marked" variation. This knife is a certified "salty" combat veteran—the blade shows honest signs of period field sharpening, and the all-leather stacked handle has developed a deep, hard patina from heavy use. It comes complete with a transitional U.S.M8 fiberglass scabbard (B.M.CO. / Victory Plastics) equipped with an M1910 wire hanger and its original leather leg thong. An excellent, character-rich piece for any WWII US Airborne collector looking for that "been there" look!

Availability	Skladem (1 pcs)
€406,32

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Product code	ZBOZI PODLE PARAGRAFU 90 ZAKONA O DPH.3350
Brand	IMPERIAL
Category	World War II Militaria and Field Equipment (1939-1945)
Warranty	NE

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Description

Steel that saw the gritty reality of WWII.

Imperial Maker: Imperial Knife Co. was a prolific manufacturer of the M3. This specific knife features a standard all-leather handle (no plastic spacers), adhering strictly to later Ordnance specifications.
Guard Marked Detail: The clear "USM3 / IMPERIAL" stamping is located on the crossguard. The pommel bears a faint standard Ordnance flaming bomb stamp.
"Salty" Condition: This knife has clearly seen heavy field use. The blade has lost its parkerized finish and displays clear marks of period sharpening. The stacked leather handle is heavily darkened and worn smooth at the ends from sweat and dirt, yet it remains solid and fully functional.
Transitional M8 Scabbard: Includes the original fiberglass scabbard stamped U.S.M8 B.M.CO. on the throat and marked "VP" on the back. Notably, it features the M1910 wire hanger, making it a highly desirable transitional piece. It also retains the original leather leg tie-down thong.

Technical Specs:

Maker: Imperial Knife Co.
Model: U.S. M3 Trench Knife (Guard Marked)
Era: World War II (approx. 1944)
Scabbard: U.S.M8 B.M.CO. / VP w/ wire hanger and leg thong
Condition: Heavily Used (Strong combat patina, field sharpened)

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