US M3 Fighting Knife Utica (Blade Marked) | M8A1 Scabbard | WWII Era
Description
A classic piece of American military history. This is an original M3 Fighting Knife manufactured by Utica Cutlery.
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Configuration: This is the highly collectible "Blade Marked" variation, featuring the text "U.S. M3-UTICA"stamped clearly on the blade, indicating early war production before markings moved to the guard.
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Scabbard: Paired with a correct US M8A1 scabbard, manufactured by B.M. CO. (Beckwith Manufacturing Co.). The fiberglass body and webbing are in good solid condition.
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Condition: The knife shows honest field wear and patina. The stacked leather handle is intact with the Ordnance bomb stamp on the pommel. Note: There is slight play/wobble in the crossguard due to natural leather shrinkage over 80 years.
Technical Specs:
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Maker: Utica Cutlery
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Marking: Blade Marked
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Scabbard: M8A1 (Beckwith / B.M. CO.)
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Condition: Vintage / Slight guard wobble.
