Military fighting knives, third edition, on page 87 and is guard marked. This another wwii utility knife issued by the navy. This is the official mk3 navy seal eod combat dive knife. Navy utility knife, mark 2 was developed during wwii and was made by four different manufacturers. I have been doing my research and when i saw a few nice ones at the gun show today i decided to just buy them, hoping they were indeed from the ww ii period. The butt of the knife is marked bill tate usn uss munda 104. There are an estimate 200 kabar tang stamps used since 1898. The bmvp fiberglass sheaths are all marked usn mk2. Usn mk2 my first real knife posted in edged weapons. Belt button is marked united carr, scabbard is engraved usn mk2 on one side and nord 6581 bm co 8 vp on the other side,shows some wear. Wwii united state navy mk2 fighting knife by kabar in.
I have a question regarding the blade stamped usn mk2 kabar knives. The mere mention of kabar elicits emotion fr om so many people. Solid steel butt cap, nonslip grip, serrated back and double edge point. The mark 1 deck knife by colonial is unique in that it has a black, polymer handle trademarked as tenite.
Blade retains most of original blue finish with the usual loss of bluing from being removed and replaced in the sheath. Co 8 vp knife features original leather washer grip, some original bluing, and heavy steel pommel. Iron throat is marked on front usn mk2 in two lines while the opposite side has nord4723, b. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. These us navy mk2 scabbards all seem to look alike but they show different nord numbers on the back.
No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Christian mery book page 96 for the same knife sn511 price includes uk. Plastic sheath has drain hole, pistol belt hangerbelt loop and leg tie. History of mark 1 navy knife, part 1 of 3 dec 12, 2016 the specification for the mark 1 was very similar to the traditional hunting knife with 5. Kabar aka kabar or k bar offers more than 100 highquality knives tactical and utility including knives for hunting, sporting, and military. Serving collectors for over 20 years with quality, original merchandise from the american revolution to world war ii. Wwii us camillus mk 2 fighting knife a fighting knife, also commonly called a combat knife, is a knife designed for military use, specifically for close combat. Hello, i have this military knife with a hard sheath. The blade hilt is marked usn mk2 and ka bar as shown in pictures. Since i had them out thought i might as well post a pic of the mk ii my dad commandeered while he was service to. A accurate hand made copy of the original brown leather sheath for the navy mk2 or kabar knife. Feb 26, 2018 the combat knife is the warfighters last line of defense and can also serve as a personal ally of sorts when attempting to survive apart from hisher squad or forward operating base fob. Anyone tried the kabar mark i knife bushcraft usa forums.
And to answer your question, i have never seen a knife or sheath marked 1219c2 or 394831. Can someone tell me more about this knife such as its age, etc. Where we cover army, navy, army air force, usmc and other organizations. He said that his uncle was in the us navy in wwii, and was a prisoner of war for two years, that they broke both his legs, but. If you are a regular seller of knives, you definitely need to check out our knife specific retail platform. Ontario usn navy seals knife armynavysales army navy sales. Leather grip shows some age and moderate wear with numerous indentations.
The mk3 navy seal eod combat dive knife is the standard. Wwii united states navy model mk2 fighting knife by kabar in very early type sheath. The markings on the hand guard are as follows usn mk2 and on the opposite side. If you have an interest is seeing other fighting knives, you can do so by going to our military fighting knives price guide identification guide. Wwii era original us navy mark 2 knife w usn mk2 plastic scabbard guard marked usn mark 2 camillus, ny pinned butt version excellent condition up for auction is a wwii era original us navy mark 2 fighting knife w usn mk2 plastic scabbard. The new design was deemed acceptable, hence the designation usn fighting knife, mark 2. The handle is aluminum with checkered grips and is cast to the blade. Very good, original wwii us navy mk2 fighting knife. Kabar is the contemporary popular name for the combat knife first adopted by the united states marine corps in november 1942 as the 1219c2 combat knife later designated the usmc mark 2 combat knife or knife, fighting utility, and subsequently adopted by the united states navy as the u. What is the value of a world war ii usmc kabar knife.
I ordered the kabar mk1 a reproduction of the world war two issue u. Although since the end of trench warfare, most military knives have been primarily designed for utility or tool use. This is a figthing knife used by the united states armed forces during world war two. Camillus redesigned the knife, replacing the threaded nut with a steel pin.
Visit our website to see the large selection of merchandise we have. I was being dumb and didnt take pictures of it, but it was well used although not in bad shape. Kabar is also the name of a related manufacturing company most known for the same 11 34inch fighting and utility bowie knife adopted by the united states marine corps and united states navy as the usn fighting knife mark ii. The present worth of the edge weapons in the collectors market is illustrated. Apr 27, 2012 i have a robeson cutlery company rcc united states navy mk2 combat knife. What is the value of a world war ii usmc kabar knife answers. Blade is approx 7 long by 1 14 wide at its widest point. Navy survival kit knife, colonial number 2 manufactured by colonial of providence, r. Wwii rcc robeson cutlery co usn mk 2 fighting knife with rare sheath. The stacked leather handle is in superb shape and is not blackened from age, it still retains its rich brown color and is tight, as is the. Very good, wwii guard marked kabar usn mk2 fighting knife. I have always been interested in the mk2, but have been hesitant to buy one because i was afraid to get stuck with a reproduction. World war ii us navy mark 2 knife usmc kabar showing of 3 messages. One of the most commonly asked questions is how much is my fighting knife worth.
World war two style brown leather sheath for us navy mark 2. Kabar was a fighting and utility knife issued to american armed forces including the marines and navy. N mk 2 combat knife aka kabar wwii collectors weekly. It is a handsome, hefty knife, mirror finished blade and a nickel silver guard. Browse the best of ebay, connect with other collectors, and explore the history behind your favorite finds. You can look at ebay to find a nice selection of unused and secondhand antique military knives for sale at lowcost prices. The scabbard is the grey fiberblass and in very good condition and the knife was made by camillus which was marked on. Vintage military knife rcc usn mk2 fighting knife youtube. Ww2 camillus us navy mark 2 knife, as shown in excellent condition, from a career navy mans collection 322570905598. World war two era brown leather sheath for us navy mark 2 mk 2 or kabar knife.
The usn mk2 knife was used extensively during wwii. The knife had a heavy, threaded butt and because of minor design flaws was promptly returned to the factory. World war two style brown leather sheath for us navy mark. Wwii us mk2 navy usn roberson cutlery rcc knife with sheath. This is an original ww2 era usn kabar utility fighting knife see page 81 item number 22 in the book u. Usn wwii mk2 knife kabar with sheathnord you are viewing a real wwii mk2 fighting knife or perhaps utility. If marked, the knives had usmc or usn mk2 or mark 2. Question about military knife,usn mark 1 the ebay community. However, only a fraction of those are known today and even fewer used on a regular basis. Being a us navy veteran and having a usn wwii veteran dad, i think id go for the leather handle with leather sheath version. This information is brought to you courtesy of the source for military antiques and collectibles on the internet.
History of mark 1 navy knife, part 1 of 3 colonial outdoor gear. Whether it was the knife your grandfather brought home from the muddy trenches of world war ii or the knife you depended on during the gulf war, the kabar transcends generations and backgrounds. Ww2 navy usn mk2 mark 2 camillus knife wsheath belt. Make offer wwii us navy mk2 fighting knife, usn mark 2 camillus kabar with sheath. I recently told a friend of mine that i could id a knife for him. Issued to us in dive school, this knife is just part of the kit you build along the way. This exact knife is pictured on page 173 of mike silveys wwii book wwii knuckle knife. This second model served as both a combat weapon and utility knife, an ideal tool in the pacific theater with thick jungles.
Mk 2 scabbard discussion in kabar knives started by oldreliable45120, jul 22, 2014. Overall length of this mk2 is 12 inches, with a 7 inch clippoint blade. World war supply vietnam style black leather sheath for us. Does anyone know anything about this model of knife, and maybe you could tell me what you know, or direct me to a link that can tell me information. Help date camillus usn, mark 2 knife edged weapons u. Wwll us navy fighting knife, blued blade, overall nice condition 262822339559. The following is a photo of the gray us navy fiberglass scabbard for the mk2 knife. I have seen them with just kabar, and i have seen kabar over olean ny. Unfollow usn mark 2 knife camillus to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Camillus original ww ii us edged weapons for sale ebay. This is a discussion on camillus mk ii within the edged weapons forums, part of the gun forum category. Navy rcc, robeson utility fighting knife in very good condition. Wwii era usn mark 2 fighting knife guard marked camillus ny. He said that his uncle was in the us navy in wwii, and was a prisoner of war for two years, that they broke both his legs, but he survived and made it back home, after the war. Scabbard shows some moderate wear and much dirt from storage. This example was made by the union cutlery company of olean ny, whose trademark kabar is on on the knife. This knife and another similar mark 2 meant for underwater work were issued with the usn mk2 scabbard with a gray molded plastic body and a gray webbing hanger. Vietnam era black leather sheath for us navy mark 2 mk 2 kabar knife. We went out to his car and he took out this nice ka bar u. Robeson usa cutlery made some of the mk 2 utility fighting knives for the us navy and the marines in and after ww2. History of mark 1 navy knife, part 1 of 3 colonial. The combat knife is the warfighters last line of defense and can also serve as a personal ally of sorts when attempting to survive apart from hisher squad or forward operating base fob. Wwii us navy mk2 fighting knife usn mark 2 rcc woriginal scabbard sold nov 20, 2018, 05.
The sheath and the knife both have lots of marks including usn mark 1 on both. The leather sheaths have all been unmarked or stamped with a simple usn. A price guide is included here to address this question. The second version is about the most sought after of the usn mk 2 knives. The leather i used for the washers was softer than what i normally use so it did not take a fine finish polish like normal but stayed kind. Ive had this sitting partially finished in the shop for a couple years now or close to it. Usn mk2 fighting knife by rcc for sale by wildwood inc on gunsamerica 917695726. I have a robeson cutlery company rcc united states navy mk2 combat knife. The value for the 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. We always broke the tip off so we could use it as a screw driver, open oysters, etc. This is an early combat knife with correct scabbard. The sheath marked usn mk2 the back side reads, nord 8114, b.
Edged weapons were an important part of combat and everyday life during world war ii. The blade is about 99% parkerized and has no nicks or dents on the blade. The scabbard is the grey fiberblass and in very good condition and the knife was made by camillus which was marked on the guard. Ron stewart and roy ritchies big book of pocket knives provides an excellent reference for any who would collect pocket knives, with closeup black and white photos of the knives accompanied by written descriptions and values. Get the best deals on camillus original ww ii us edged weapons when you shop the largest online selection at. Original wwii usn mk2 knife, roberson cutlery company maker mark, comes with the original belt and leg tie. A accurate hand made copy of the original black leather sheath for the usn mk2 or kabar knife. Blade retains most, in my opinion, of original blue finish with the usual loss of blueing from being removed and replaced in the sheath. Us wwii theater made knife and leather sheath, m3 style blade price. In the early days, sailors would carry sheathed knives that they brought from home. He laoned me the knife and it says it is a robeson shuredge usn mk2. For the united states navy and the united states navy seals for that matter the ontario mark 3 navy mkiii combat knife fulfills this purpose it is. Perfect replacement for your missing or damaged original.