KINFOLKS 6 Inch WWII WW2 Fighting Knife W/Original Sheath *Very Rare*Made In USA Pre-Owned $125.00 Seller: jakd30 (14) 93.8% or Best Offer +$17.10 shipping Sponsored WWII WW2 USN USMC KINFOLKS 6 INCH FIGHTING KNIFE EXCELLENT CONDITION $325.00 Seller: vpt60 (1,008) 100% or Best Offer +$16.00 shipping Sponsored The sheath is also from Kinfolks and the model on the knife indicates that it is a 380. FOR SALE! Not trying to misrepresent anything, I'm a fair seller and all my items have a 30 day return policy if buyer is not happy. Item #22946 Fair condition M3 fighting knife made by Kinfolks Inc. A 6-inch 7Cr17MoV satin-finished blade sports a. That is why,, Read More How to Date a Schrade Knife (+ Schrade Knife Collection Tang Stamp Chart)Continue, If you have spent some time here before, then we have dated some pretty amazing knives together. View cart for details. Like all of the scabbards except those delivered with the Western knives, this one has no hilt retaining strap. 13 (Dec. 21): The National Military And Sh, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Of the 2,590,240 ordered by the U.S. Government, Kinfolks produced only 119,702, and was definitely one of the minor contractors. This knife is early production, indicated by the maker information being stamped directly on the blade: U.S. M3 KINFOLKS INC. V-44, Overall this is a very attractive and eminently displayable example of the classic World War II eraV-44 Survival Knife. WW2 USN Navy Unissued MK1 CAMILLUS Fighting Knife not Bayonet US MKI Mark 1 WWII, World War II, WW2, US M3 Case Airborne Paratrooper fighting knife, no reserve, WW2 RED SPACER USN PAL RH37 MARK 2 FIGHTING KNIFE IN ORIGINAL SHEATH ***MINTY***, Rare, Vintage, Yellow Kinfolks Model Y330 & Y333 Twin Set, Hunting Knife, Case. The only differences between the two Kinfolks variants is that one was maker marked and the other was not, making it a sterile knife. SKIP. It is a huge knife measuring 14 " in length and with a black polished horn handle secured by 3 rivets, a brass cross guard with ball finials and a broad steel bowie blade with falchion - style tip and twin narrow fullers. With proper care this knife will last you another 75 years . This refers to the Flame Edge Super Hunter model which was made in the USA. Today, its time to date the Cattaraugus knife to a specific era and see what beauty you have, Read More How to Date a Cattaraugus Knife (5 Methods Explained)Continue, Some of the best knives that we know today either came before any of the World Wars or were made because of one or both of those wars. Email +33 3 88 36 34 88. Your email address will not be published. The original knife was theNo 18 Machete, which was manufactured byCollins & Company. This particularV-44 Survival Knifeis one of the rare knives produced by Kinfolks. During World War II, the V-44 also saw service with Colonel Carlsons 2ndMarine Raider Battalion, earning the nickname Gung Ho knife. WWII M3 Fighting Knife Leather Scabbard- This is a leather scabbard for the M-3 fighting knife. This little place is eco-friendly which is very nice ! I have a few more vintage American-made knives, as well as WW2 era combat knives and bayonets, scarce WW1 and WW2 fighting daggers and trench knives from other countries available for sale please take a look in our Militariasection. Winning bid: US $59.00 [ 1 bid] Shipping: $6.50 Standard Shipping | See details . Tags: Click below to begin your paid subscription. Today, they have become a favorite of collectors, so much that we are interested in dating them to know whether we have the real deal or a fake. I asked Gary about this and he said that new workers in the factory did not always get the peen right. It measures 4 in length and has nominally .56 balls at the end. Poor 0. Fine, Check out local knife forums where you have experienced knife collectors, enthusiasts, and users too. The knife is in very good condition with original sheath. I'm not a heavy knife guy, but I have a few books. on Sep 10, 2016 9 3/4" overall with 5 3/4" blade, good markings, blade has evidence of old sharpening. The knives had been in storage for many years, some of them for over forty. I did note there was a Kinfolks blade marked (not dated) that had an original worn finish, and appeared all correct. Required fields are marked *. Cole, some 50,000 of the knives were acquired by the USAAF between 1934 and 1942, when the folding (or fixed blade) survival machete replaced the, The three other makers essentially produced copies of the Collins #18 Machete. Traveler type. 2017 eBay Inc., 2145 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125. The knife comes with a leather M6 scabbard made by Milsco. Original WW2 era Kinfolks fighting knife, mid-war issue 5-inch blade/Bakelite guard type; orig leather scabbard. . Excellent 0. According to knife maker, researcher and author M.H. Vintage Kinfolks Hunting Combat Knife With Original Sheath: Condition: Used. The blade-dated RCC has the pommel staked wrong. WW2 KINFOLKS NO. This is an early production type with a solid aluminum pommel and fullered 5-inch blade, original pattern-embossed leather scabbard is included. Original Vintage WWII "Kinfolks" Fighting Knife, Old Vintage Kinfolks M3 Military Fighting Knife, Kinfolks Fighting Survival Knife With Kinfolks Marked Leather Scabbard, Kinfolks Fighting Knife With Kinfolks Scabbard. Did you look at the rest of them? It is not known when these knives went out of production, but they made it as far as 1993. Antiques Art Baby Books & Magazines Business & Industrial Cameras & Photo Cell Phones & Accessories Clothing, . I don't understand the "white line", is that a scratch in the park made during handle assembly? Would you care to respond to these allegations? As soon as the old stock of aluminum parts was depleted Kinfolks started to use bakelite for guards and pommels on all of their fighting knives. The model 380 was one of the most popular. Learn more about account protection. Thank you gentlemen, this is the discussion I hoped we could have. I would New message from: absoluteestates Top Rated Seller(5,118Green Star), Hi, Thanks for your email. The Kinfolks Cutlery variant is an extremely scare knife and the most difficult to find for sale, particularly in high condition. We at Argocoins stand firmly with the people of Ukraine against the Russian aggression. All original rivets are all present; the leather is soft and supple still. The. Lots of questions! I know a very minute portion of Kinfolks history. Ended: Feb 24, 2023. This one has a remade wrapped plastic grip. The knife is in very good condition with original sheath. These are not empty words. SKIP. While guiding in Idaho, Clay worked part-time writing for a local newspaper, and upon moving to Tennessee began writing for the blog The Truth About Knives - spending his last 5 years there as Managing Editor. Price 1,295.00 Insurance is recommended but not required. 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Powered by Invision Community, US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY. The Western Cutlery knives (known as the W-49 Bowie) are the scarcest of the V-44s, with the Kinfolks produced knives being the next rarest variant. Even if there is no evidence on that, it doesnt drive down the value of these well-made, vintage knives. Hope this helps to clarify things. Awarded many contracts during the period from 1939 to 1945, Kinfolks produced a significant number of knives in several different patterns which helped our men in the field and in the air with a quality tool when needed. This article appears in the July 2021 issue of KNIFE Magazine. Picture Information. Solid knife. Peened. I know he was using it as far back as the 50's, but that's about it. During the Second World War, Kinfolks produced a variety of edged weapons for the US government, including knives and bayonets. 3 (Oct. 19): The National Military And Shoo, Arms And The Man Vol. JavaScript is disabled. Kinfolks Inc. Though many SEALs also opt to carry their own knife of choice, this is the. Could be a fake. They show only some light handling bumps, dings and surface scratches. However, how nice of a Schrade knife you have is also dependent on what era the knife came from. One of the biggest challenges with dating any kind of knife at all is the change of ownership that might have occurred along the line. FREEUSPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPINGWITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. The sides were stiched with heavy duty cotton and re-enforced with metal rivets. All of these make the recipe for a truly great knife that deserves our attention. An impact resistant TPR handle is strong and textured for a slip-proof grip, complete with a brass lanyard hole. Insurance is recommended but not required. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. The knife is full at 9" marked (Kinfolks) backside (MY 65). 100% OF OUR PROFITS ARE DONATED for purchases of the much-needed cold-weather clothing, medkits, and other field gear for individual units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Couples. Dismiss, WW2 era EGW (E.G. Kinfolks US M3 Knife with M6 Scabbard $1,195.00 Availability: Out of stock SKU 052522-6 Description 5/26/22 - This is a fairly scarce US M3 fighting knife by Kinfolks. The metal shows some light toning and scattered areas of age discoloration as well, but it completely free of any real pitting. I know that Case has used the Kinfolks logo on some of their new knives, and have read that the Kinfolks brand was part of the Case family. Items will be ship Later production Case V-44s adopted poured lead rivets to secure the grips instead of the brass rivets. Kinfolks were granted the patent to use tungsten carbide on their knives in 1955, and the knives went into production afterward. Premium Online Members can read the whole thing by clicking the blue button below. Please email me atinfo@argocoins.comif you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. Militaria & Weapons Kinfolks 6" fighting knife. Kninfolks, Battle-tested worldwide since World War II. It is believed that some of these tactical knives made it to WWII but there is no concrete proof of that anywhere. Leather sheath is sound and is. As soon as the old stock of aluminum parts was depleted Kinfolks had switched to Bakelite guards and pommels on all of their WW2 knives. Good used condition. In most of the places that Ive come across a Klein knife, it was either a military electricians knife or for another handyman. A similar Kinfolks mid-war manufacture type with than-standard Bakelite fittings is illustrated on page 166 of the KNIVES OF THE UNITED STATES MILITARY WORLD WAR II book by Michael W Silvey a well-established expert and author of many books on the subject of US military edged weapons (see the pages scan attached). The blade is marked 'U.S. M3 KINFOLKS INC. 1943'. According to Frank Trzaska, a military knife historian, the decision to design the M3 rather than continuing to produce the Mark 2 was based on a U.S. steel shortage. Read More How to Date a Camillus Knife Effectively (1902 2007)Continue, Your email address will not be published. Olszewski Goebel Hummel Miniature "what Now" Signed, Vintage Sears Roebuck 1977 Merry Mushroom Spoon Rest, VINTAGE Jedi Star Wars Darth Vader Collectors Case MINT, Dept. Item must be paid for with Paypal. They are very hard to date the exact time they were produced. Original Item: Only One Available. The buyer might be pissed! Estimated Price: $ 1,400 - $ 2,250 Price Realized: Details Outstanding U.S. Kinfolks M3 Combat Knife, 1943 Dated in Early Blade-Marked Configuration, with M6 Sheath Manufacturer: None Model: None Type: Other Gauge: Barrel: Finish: Grip: Stock: Item Views: 1358 Item Interest: Very Active Catalog Page: 349 Class: Other Description: Messages. This is shown with arrow. Some blades do look to have like finishes. While the designation may not be accurate, it has become a collectors term of convenience and I will use it as well, as most knife collectors know exactly what you are talking about when you say V-44. Show me your knife, and I'll tell you who you are. Details about Vintage Kinfolks Hunting Combat Knife With Original Sheath See original listing. The Collins made variant was initially produced with horn grip scales that were secured by brass rivets and had a brass cross guard with lobe shaped finials at the end that almost resembled a bar bell. Very good 1. The knife has the cast brass barbell shaped crossguard typical of most V-44 knives, with the exception of the Western produced knives. Theyre not like the other vintage war knives Ive dated because theyre not fighting knives. I understand that the are many people on ebay who misrepresent their military items, so suspicion is always warranted, but this collection is legitimate and valuable and I still have a bit more to list for sale. He spent the past 20 years as a woodworker and fishing guide in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Idaho, and Tennessee. They are of good quality and hold an edge. 8 (Nov. 21): The National Military And Sh, Tools And Weapons Illustrated By The Egyptian Collection In University C, Big Book Of Pocket Knives Identification & Values, Arms And The Man Vol. The master blade full Stamped (Kinfolks) backside (Authorized/ Reproduction/Stainless) All blades walk and talk. Of all the knives that I have ever tried to date, the Kinfolks remain one of the most beautiful. Of the three concerns the starburst would be my least concern. This attractive WW2 era Kinfolks fighting knife has not been cleaned or tampered with in any way, the set is in 100% original as is condition. Just to be clear I have no interest in this listing. Please email again if you have any further questions or photo requests and I'd be happy to accomodate. Families. Rare unused condition with hard-to find original scabbard is included. ! The 4 belt loop is 1 wide and is secure by a pair of brass rivets that have a deeply oxidized patina and some green surface verdigris. Knife, The very first US Army Air Corps survival knife was adopted in 1934 for use in the bail out kit of flyers stationed in tropical climates like Hawaii, Panama and the Pacific Islands. Camillus USMC fighting knife with sheath: Very Good: $375.00: KA-BAR USMC fighting knife with sheath : Very Fine: . Boker produced the smallest number of m3 trench knives. The Kinfolks V-44 was also a copy of the Collins third variant knife with Bakelite grips, lead rivets and a brass barbell guard. As the war progressed, Kinfolks had to phase out the use of aluminum due to the wartime ban on the use of the strategic metals for the non-essential products. The collector was knowledgeable and meticulous each knife was stored coated in cosmoline grease and stored separately from its sheath. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for WWII USN MARK 1 Fighting Knife RH Pal 35 Not Original Sheath at the best online prices at eBay! Solo. Scarce WW2 era US Air Force large V44 pilot survival/fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks in Little Valley, NY during the war. The only differences between the two Kinfolks variants is that one was maker marked and the other was not, making it a sterile knife. An extremely scarce sub-variant of the Western knife used brass for the rivets and crossguard. I told her(the seller) going to this Forum is like going to the doctor. Something went wrong. The knife retains its original leather scabbard which is in aboutFINEcondition as well. Maybe ask her to just go for a nice walkinstead of a dinner and a movie. Vintage Japanese Lacquerware Jewelry Music Box Works!! Old-fashioned checks and money orders will work just as well; please take a look at thePayments section within ourTerms and Conditionsfor mailing instructions and additional details. Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Rare WW2-Robeson-U.S. M3 R.C. "He that hath no sword, let him sell his garment & buy one" Jesus - Luke 22:36. The very first US Army Air Corps survival knife was adopted in 1934 for use in the bail out kit of flyers stationed in tropical climates like Hawaii, Panama and the Pacific Islands. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM SKIP. Asking your trading partner to complete a transaction outside of eBay is not allowed. Original WW2 M3 USMC trench knife . Other than some light handling marks and minor wear, the scabbard is really in fantastic condition. Reviews (2) Filter reviews . Kinfolk's knives were made by the Kinfolk company from about 1924 until the early 1950's. The guard has a rich, uncleaned ocher patina that is very attractive. Original WW2 era American fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks Cutlery in Little Valley, NY. Good and responsible. That changed my whole perspective on identifying a replaced handle. Dismiss, Payments section within ourTerms and Condition, CASE XX USA limited edition Grizzly, Elk, Pheasant, Turkey scrimshaw Trapper knife made 2005-2006 (model 6254SS); scarce NIB with papers, Great Britain Cold War era NATO-issue 1988 ROYAL NAVY DECK KNIFE, original leather sheath; great condition. The three other makers essentially produced copies of the Collins #18 Machete. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. During the time which they made knives, the company created a long line of hunting and fishing knives. Original WW2 era American fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks Cutlery in Little Valley, NY. #331 , 3 3/8" blade, 6 7/8" overall, Kinfolks Authorized Reproduction (CASE) Bone Muskrat Knife NIB - Nice Bone Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Very Nice Unused Kinfolks Authorized Reproduction (CASE) 61050 Bone Coke Bottle Knife NIB - Nice Bone Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Very Nice 3 3/8" closed knife. Awarded many contracts during the period from 1939 to 1945, Kinfolks produced a significant number of knives in several different patterns which helped our men in the field and in the air with a quality tool when needed. 22 (Sept. 1): The National Military And, Arms And The Man Vol. 6 rue du Faisan, 67000, Strasbourg France. Items will be shipped USPS Priority mail based on a 2 lb. If you are vastly interested in the story of how three cousins came together to found a knife company that we still know today, check the book out on Amazon today. We purchased this collection a few years ago. LXV No. The accompanying M8 scabbard was made by B.M. The blade is somewhat dull, but could easily be sharpened. In 1965, Robeson ended production of Kinfolks knives. Vintage WWII 1943 Kinfolks Inc US M3 Trench Fighting Knife M8 B.M. I wish I could help more but this is as far as my limited knowledge can take me. Sword Guards, Caps And Bands, The Collection Of A Gentleman Of Brooklyn. package. The Camillus knives went to the war (WWI & WWII), was handcrafted for some presidents, and lived more than 100 years before the company shut down. It measures 4 " in length and has nominally .56" balls at the end. All that can contribute to making it harder to know when these knives came from. However, if you got the knife from an older person (your father, grandfather, uncle, etc), you might not need the book. He is also a contributor and Associate Editor of the print magazine. In that case, this book is also a good investment. Kinfolks Knives - Etsy Kinfolks Knives (1 - 31 of 31 results) Price ($) Shipping Home Decor Vintage Kinfolks US Marine Fighting Knife With Kinsfolk Sheath USA Made WWII Era trufflepig1 (151) $145.90 Vintage Old US Early KINFOLKS Hunting Knife & Sheath Gift for Him Gift for collector Gift for Hunter JewelryBLACKSWAN (324) $110.00 Blade is in fair condition with virtually no bluing remaining. Kinfolks Inc. and World War II by Frank Trzaska. The first two used the horn grip scales, initially secure by brass rivets as noted and the only difference between them was the type of blade stamping identifying the knife and the maker. Kinfolk's knives were made by the Kinfolk company from about 1924 until the early 1950's. They are very hard to date the exact time they were produced. LIII No. We don't check this mailbox, so please don't reply to this message. Your email address will not be published. Besides Kinfolks knives, there are a series of other well-made knives that you may have and want to date. The belt loop is solid and intact and remains very crisp, which is uncommon as the design was prone to excessive wear and breakage. Just a WAG, but you might be able to dial in a bit by researching the stamped logos on each side of the blade. And it still holds up today as one of the best knives ever made fixed or otherwise. Might work ain't never dated any of my kinfolks. Click . This page was last updated: 01-Mar 20:09. The razor sharp AUS-6 stainless steel blade is double edged with a complete blood groove for an extreme cut when stabbed or slashed. The Kinfolks brand was acquired by Robeson Cutlery of Perry, NY, where knives with the Kinfolks name were produced under the direction of another Case cousin, Emmerson Case. It appears to be in very good condition. Improve this listing. Kinfolks Inc. PAL Pal Blade & Tool Co. / PAL Robeson Robeson Cutlery Co. Utica : Utica Cutlery Co. / Utica Viner . Kinfolks WWII U.S. Army Air Corps AAC Fighting Knife 5" Fixed Blade $199.99 $6.60 shipping Antique 1925-1948 Knife Kinfolks Fixed Blade With Original Leather Sheath Rare $195.00 $12.60 shipping or Best Offer VINTAGE KINFOLKS USA FIXED BLADE BIRD & TROUT HUNTING KNIFE SET #330 &333 SHEATH $243.54 Free shipping Handle have no cracks, does have a spot where someone sanded a spot. Kinfolks WWII U.S. Army Air Corps AAC Fighting Knife 5" Fixed Blade $177.99 Was: $199.99 $6.45 shipping Vintage Kinfolks Knife Bakelite Pommel with Sheath $159.00 $10.95 shipping 10 watching Vintage Kinfolks Bird and Trout Fixed Blade Knife & Sheath Hunting Knives $39.99 0 bids $5.60 shipping 4d 14h Offered is a genuine WWII U.S. Military fighting knife manufactured by the Kinfolks Cutlery Company. VINTAGE US WWII M3 fighting commando trench knife KINFOLKS custom handle NICE - $141.22. We have to look out for each other, and the newer collectors. This does not impact the price of the item youre buying and it supports me to keep creating the content that you love. VINTAGE KINFOLKS FLAME EDGE 330 TC KNIFE WITH ORIGINAL FACTORY EDGE AND SHEATH. These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with the knife ? US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Business. We all learned a lot about these knives! RARE WWII WW2 M3 PAL Fighting Knife US Army USMC M8AI B.M.Co SCABBARD, WW2 PAL US Navy Mark 1 Knife RH35 NORD B.M.Co Sheath Leather Handle Red Spacers, Pair WW2 Vintage Throwing Knifes w Sheath Knife Crafters Philadelphia PA Rare NR, US WW2 CASE XX PIG STICKER fighting trench knife leather sheath scabbard wwii, VINTAGE KINFOLKS USA STACKED LEATHER FIXED BLADE HUnTING KNIFE, WW2 CAMILLUS NY USN MARK 2 KABAR FIGHTING KNIFE, ORIGINAL SHEATH ***MINTY***, WW2 era American PAL RH-36 fighting knife, original leather scabbard, No Reserve, Vintage US WWII M3 fighting commando trench knife KINFOLKS custom handle NICE. LIV No. Little has been written about Kinfolks Incorporated and even less has been written about their contribution to the war effort during World War II. Pair of Kinfolks Bird&Trout knives , #933 , 3" blade, 6 1/8" overall, scratches and pitting,leather handle with dings and scuffs. I know my knives - maybe not as well as my mother - but enough to write helpful guides for you. kinfolks knife. wwii kinfolks 6" fighting knife.Has separation on handle and finger guard but still tight blade has chip sheath is dry thanks for looking from Co. Trench-Fighting Knife-Sheath-USM6, WW2 WWII US Navy USN KA-BAR MARK 2 Fighting Knife, WW2 ULSTER US 10TH MOUNTAIN DIV. I checked out some of their other offerings too. Kinfolks Knife U.s.a.wwii Fighting Knife Kinfolks U.s. Arms And The Man Vol. Case produced two variants of the V-44, as did Kinfolks and Western. They were issued with leather scabbards, which had a long leather belt loop and amazingly did not include a handle retaining snap strap except on the scabbards provided with the knives delivered by Western Cutlery. International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our ship-to list. SKIP. For collectible knives and edged weaponsArgocoinsaccepts payments via credit cards, personal checks drawn from US-based accounts, certified US-based bank checks, and money orders. Free shipping for many products! Build a man a fire and he will be warm for the night, but set a man on fire, and he will be warm for the rest of his life. Unless you are fascinated by these things, as am I. Kinfolks used to mark their knife blades, and those markings helped tell what era the knives came from. If you have a question, go to Help & Contact. 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