During the time which they made knives, the company created a long line of hunting and fishing knives. 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. The blade is marked 'U.S. M3 KINFOLKS INC. 1943'. They also made some pocket knives but most were belt knives. Save kinfolks knife ww2 to get e-mail alerts and updates on your eBay Feed. The handle is solid; all parts are tight with no play. Email reference id: [#a02-mxr09cfvza#]_[#14087033f01d4caaa5dbf21b968fe210#]. They are not knife people,we are. Kinfolks Inc. PAL Pal Blade & Tool Co. / PAL Robeson Robeson Cutlery Co. Utica : Utica Cutlery Co. / Utica Viner . Also saw one being sold that had what looked like the little square cut on an M4, but filled in and buffed. The fibreglass has been repainted place. Original Item: Only One Available. Rare WW2-Robeson-U.S. M3 R.C. An impact resistant TPR handle is strong and textured for a slip-proof grip, complete with a brass lanyard hole. Case produced two variants of the V-44, as did Kinfolks and Western. Enjoy! Fine, Vintage Japanese Lacquerware Jewelry Music Box Works!! We purchased this collection a few years ago. VINTAGE KINFOLKS FLAME EDGE 330 TC KNIFE WITH ORIGINAL FACTORY EDGE AND SHEATH. Dismiss, WW2 era EGW (E.G. Kinfolks trench knife with nude female decoration on sheath: Good: $225.00: Navy style pocket knife: Fine: . Free shipping for many products! The blade is somewhat dull, but could easily be sharpened. Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. The blade retains some traces of its original satin polish and this reflective surface made it difficult to photograph. It is not known when these knives went out of production, but they made it as far as 1993. 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. The three other makers essentially produced copies of the Collins #18 Machete. International Buyers. ! Battle-tested worldwide since World War II. Learn more about our privacy notice and user agreement. This refers to the Flame Edge Super Hunter model which was made in the USA. 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 FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. Families. Kinfolks were granted the patent to use tungsten carbide on their knives in 1955, and the knives went into production afterward. But it's good to see folks picking up on discrepancies. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM. 368 FIGHTING KNIFE and SHEATH - Sep 10, 2016 | Milestone Auctions in OH 9 3/4" overall with 5 3/4" blade, good markings, blade has evidence of old sharpening. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. The sides were stiched with heavy duty cotton and re-enforced with metal rivets. Price 495.00 Quick view Knife, Trench, USM3, Kinfolks on Blade, with USM6, Milsco, 1943. Kinfolks Inc. ! 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 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. 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. The Kinfolks company was an outgrowth of the success of the W.R. Case & Sons and Cattaraugus cutlery companies. However, that beauty does come with some challenges in telling the exact era that the knife is from. Bidders will have to estimate shipping cost until auction completion when I will give the actual shipping cost. Many hunters and fisherman carried them. Era, package. Offered is a genuine WWII U.S. Military fighting knife manufactured by the Kinfolks Cutlery Company. V-44, 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: They also sometimes referred to the blade or overall knife material which is equally helpful in narrowing down the years. SKIP. 22 (Sept. 1): The National Military And, Arms And The Man Vol. The book does not just contain biographies of the companies founders but also comes with up to four catalogs to aid your dating. Pair of Kinfolks Bird&Trout knives , #933 , 3" blade, 6 1/8" overall, scratches and pitting,leather handle with dings and scuffs. JavaScript is disabled. This knife hasa Moose Co. M6 sheath.M3 and militaria collectors are always on the lookout for a 1943blade-dated M3 paired with a leather M6 1943 sheath. Asking your trading partner to complete a transaction outside of eBay is not allowed. Lots of questions! This is shown with arrow. Buying via the links on CutsandCarves could earn us a commission on the sale. Messages. Show me your knife, and I'll tell you who you are. FREE SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM Traveler type. 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. 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. If this item contains incorrect or inappropriate information please, Relevant Still,, Read More How to Date Klein Knives to A Specific Year or Era (5 Methods)Continue. Original WW2 era American fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks Cutlery in Little Valley, NY. This particularV-44 Survival Knifeis one of the rare knives produced by Kinfolks. XLVIII No. Outdoor Life releases five new knives and a handy camping hatchet this year, and this Camping Chef Knife wears that field-to-table mantle well. 2 results . This American heritage contributes to the high-value craftsmanship and quality control that ships with these knives. Most items being shipped will average between $20.00 and $25.00 shipping cost. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. 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. Vintage WWII WW2 fighting KNIFE with sheath PAL RH-36 USA Bowie USN USMC sharp! Item will be shipped International. 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. Persian Gulf Command, The company still exists today . VINTAGE US WWII M3 fighting commando trench knife KINFOLKS custom handle NICE - $141.22. 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. 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. Kinfolk's knives were made by the Kinfolk company from about 1924 until the early 1950's. Check out local knife forums where you have experienced knife collectors, enthusiasts, and users too. Co Scabbard Vintage WWII 1943 Kinfolks Inc US Current Bid: $235.50 Auction ends May 11, 2017 13:59 PDT Bids: 7 Place bid Get to know the seller absoluteestates Located: West Palm Beach, FL, United States Member since: Sep 27, 2000 Positive Feedback: 100% Original WW2 Kinfolks fighting knife, early-war 5-inch blade/early-war aluminum pommel private purchase fighter type; orig leather scabbard. . The bulky Bakelite grip scales are black and have a mostly smooth texture. Required fields are marked *. I would guess that those people are the same ones that are emailing me asking for Buy It Now prices and making me offers, lol. The handle is solid; all parts are tight with no play. Besides Kinfolks knives, there are a series of other well-made knives that you may have and want to date. They are of good quality and hold an edge. The brand name has since been resurrected. SKIP. Sorry, you have Javascript Disabled! The original Kinfolks Company was a Little Valley, NY based cutlery company that was closed in 1957. They have some very nice knives for sale too! kinfolks knife. Kinfolks Knives - Etsy Kinfolks Knives (1 - 31 of 31 results) Price ($) 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 Militaria & Weapons Later production Case V-44s adopted poured lead rivets to secure the grips instead of the brass rivets. Other than some light handling marks and minor wear, the scabbard is really in fantastic condition. Good and responsible. Co Scabbard, Located: West Palm Beach, FL, United States. 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. Does anyone have a Kinfolks, blade dated M3 they can post for comparison? They cook with vegetables and fruits in season, or at least try as much as they can, and avoid mistakes such as plastic containers or cutlery. Solo. This knife is in good condition and includes original sheath. it was issued during the early days of the war. Thank you Absolutearms for stepping up to the plate here. Reviewed January 6, 2019 . The reverse ricasso is markedKINFOLKSoverINC.near the spine, with a sweeping forward leg of the K underscoring the word in an arc. Scarce type in great condition, considering the age. The knife is full at 9" marked (Kinfolks) backside (MY 65). 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. The knife is 14 5/8 in overall length, with the instantly recognizable 9 clip point Bowie blade. Time of . A forum community dedicated to Smith & Wesson firearm owners and enthusiasts. Mairie Sud. Scarce genuine WWII USM3 trench knife, manufcatured by Camillus and hallmarked on blade, featuring a custom-made hilt, which provides a better grip and enhanced protection. The only differences between the two Kinfolks variants is that one was maker marked and the other was not, making it a sterile knife. 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. 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