Original U.S. WWII KA-BAR Style Fighting Knife by Utica Cutlery Co. with Original Leather Sheath- Ca.1944-45 Russian/Soviet Militaria fog and poor visibility

fog and poor visibility

the M1941 which had bakelite grips and a marked ricasso

The left side of the barrel also looks to have a faded "Perron" Tower of Liège proof on it

and have parts missing

and there is oxidation to the metal of the scabbard body

Original U.S. WWII KA-BAR Style Fighting Knife by Utica Cutlery Co. with Original Leather Sheath- Ca.1944-45 Russian/Soviet Militaria fog and poor visibilityOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good example of a circa 1944 45 fighting knife by Utica Cutlery Co., of Utica, New York. These knives were maxed commercially during the later phases of WWII, and were intended to be private purchase items for servicemen. These knives are near identical to the US Marine Corps U. S. Navy MKII Fighting Knife. The ricasso is marked U. S. UTICA CUT. CO.. The handle is marked KARLSEN. The finish is well retained