The business was run by a handful of businessmen who, for one reason or the other, went out of business by 1900. The former refers to the knife being a normal US army fighting knife, while the latter identifies the Ka-bar knives issued to the US Navy. $89.99 + $10.20 shipping. Model: Blade Material: Stainless Steel . I'd recommend the BK series for bushcraft but then again I'm an owner of a BK-2. . I accept payment in the form of Pay Pal, Credit Card (Online Only), Personl Check and Money Orders. Sold by eCop! I see so much written about the original KA-BAR. The first KA-BAR/Ek Commando branded knives are manufactured and sold in Olean, New York. Ka-bar did not just make straight knives or folding knives. Email with Questionsor Offers: sandman.coopsone@gmail.com. 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. / And while we sincerely hope you never have to kill a bear with your Ka-Bar knife, isn't it nice to know you can? These are the true originals that went to the war and every other one after that was made after the war. In late 1943 the Ka-Bar replaced the Marine Raider stiletto in service, a change welcomed by the Marines of Col. Edson's 1st Raider Battalion, who found the Raider stiletto ideal for silent killing but of little use for anything else. If it comes with a sheath, there wont be a factory embossed stamp on it. 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 KA-BAR transcends generations and backgrounds. Damascus Mini Trapper, Vintage Bone 77466 quantity. Besides use as a fighting knife, the Ka-Bar has proved useful as a utility knife, for opening cans, digging trenches, and cutting wood, roots, wire, and cable. Article number: 110297-Service Knives. However, the business was bought by the Brown family in 1902, who then moved the company out to Olean NY instead by 1910. [18][20], After the Second World War, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps continued to use the Ka-Bar Fighting Utility knife. Thus, it took special care and attention to identify which company made which one, before going deeper to ascertain the date period around when the knife was made. $18.69. I Ship Worldwide. Please try again. The rear tang has stainless 1186. . Ka-bar Trapper 1030 (1980's) This is a nice Trapper by Ka-bar made in the early '80's Never used or carried! $189.99. 1920 1940 Case SUPER RARE TESTE 6151 GREEN BONE Banana TRAPPER NONE BETTER Knife . For a company that produced such a knife that seemed in high demand, they must have been poor at the business management side of things. Co., Olean N.Y.Straight lineNil1897 1909Union Cut. High quality 3 1/6" blade made from 440C SS steel, This item is not for sale in some specific zip codes. TOMAR'S KA-BAR KNIVES has been an officially authorized KA-BAR distributor for over 20 years offering fully guaranteed KA-BAR Military Knives, Hunting and Fishing Knives, Tactical Knives, Camping and Survival Knives, Law Enforcement and Self-Defense Knives and accessories. Vintage KaBar USA Trapper Knife: If i remember correctly i came across this knife used about 40 to 45 years ago, it's been sitting in an old tool box in the garage since. Product Description [28] The company produced about 1 million knives with the trademark on the ricasso. Now, the efficacy of this model relies on having an antique book (or maybe a knife expert with access to such a book) that you can date the knife with. Shop our huge selection and great prices on knife brands like Protech, Boker Plus, Switchblade's, automatic knive's and custom knife sale's. Free shipping! The Ka-Bar Combat Knife is arguably the most iconic American blade. 3, Vintage Kabar Trapper Pocket Knife #1001-Bone- 1970s. eBay. Kill-a-bear Rare Find!!!. 25+ items sold. The Marine Corps authorized limited issue of a fighting knife with a stiletto blade design, the Marine Raider stiletto designed by Lt. Col. Clifford H. Shuey, a Marine Corps engineering officer. Co. Olean, NY 2 Blade Citrus Knife, Kabar Olean, NY Green Bone Etched CK-96 Folding Hunter Knife c.1996, VINTAGE KABAR KA-BAR OLEAN NY USA MARK MK1 MK2 FIXED BLADE HUNTING SKINNING KNIFE KNIVES SHEATH OLD. Thank you and good luck bidding! eBay. ** I "BUY" KNIVES ** - Any Size Collection!!! MSRP: $136.95 Was: $136.95 Our Price: $106.99. Show me your knife, and I'll tell you who you are. They got into every kind of game and having different manufacturers along the line meant that they all didnt have to stick to the same design philosophy. The bolsters have some tarnishing, but that is normal for a knife this old. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for VINTAGE WINCHESTER CELEBRATING 100th ANNIVERSARY 1873-1973 HUNTER TRAPPER, KNIFE at the best online prices at eBay! Email with Questions or Offers: sandman.coopsone@gmail.com Rare Find!!! Items, Ask the experts! The factory is moved to Olean, NY in 1911 due to the attractive tax incentives. You are the salt of the earthYou are the light of the world Vintage Kabar Trapper Pocket Knife #1001-Bone- 1970s. snaps great! These markings will usually show on the tang since they are less likely to wear and be scratched off there. View on eBay. The way his writing was scrawled across the paper it looked like "ka bar." Rare Find!!! While that might make it harder to identify what a true Ka-bar knife is, though, it is a blessing in disguise sometimes. [11] The Collins machetes,[12] which superficially resembled a large Bowie knife, were also issued to some Army air crews as part of the Jungle Emergency Sustenance Kit of 1939. Required fields are marked *. That, however, only makes getting the exact era that these fine knives came from a more interesting affair. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Ka-Bar Stag 1186 Bullet style Lockback Knife at the best online prices at eBay! Add to cart. Ka bar dog head Rocky Mountain trapper. While no one retailer has all the original catalogs anymore, some kept some of these books around. [14][15][16] The Marine Corps adopted the knife on November 23, 1942.[2]. Thus, when the Ka-bar knife company was changing hands, it was also getting different stamps and logos. If there is anything else you want to know which I missed, do let me know in the comments section or reach out via the contact page. [1] After extensive trials, the prototype was recommended for adoption. SKU: 13799 Categories: Case Knives, Folding Knives, Knives Tags: Carbon Steel, Damascus, Folding . Ka-Bar 1030 USA Delrin Old Timers Trappers Knife - Delrin Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Unused and Unsharpened but has some Lite Patina and Scratches on the Blades - Very Nice Unused Condition No Box - 4 1/8 inches closed. [17] The Marine Corps in turn re-designated the Ka-Bar as either the USMC Mark 2 Combat Knife, or simply the Knife, Fighting Utility. [1] They are the same as the Marine version except for different initials at the bottom of the blade and different symbols on the sheath. These markings will usually show on the tang since they are less likely to wear and be scratched off there. (320) 393-2792, Sign in Just look at it and you would see the same thing. About this item High quality 3 1/6" blade made from 440C SS steel Reclaimed American Chestnut Handle Slip Joint Lock Overall Length 6 7/8" This item is not for sale in some specific zip codes Case 3 Blade Hobo Trapper Knife 2021 Features Fork Blade Spoon BRAND NEW MIB! Condition: Used, Brand: KA-BAR, Type: Pocketknife, Color: Brown, Opening Mechanism: Manual, Model: kabar 1001, Number of Blades: 2, Handle Material: Bone CASE STAG MINI TRAPPER KNIFE NEVER USED IN BOX #5207 SS D5. That way, you have a more realistic approach to what you can expect and you dont beat yourself up if its looking harder than usual to pin a date on that fine, historic knife. military. Marines were often issued knives with "U.S.N. The blades appear full, and t Make sure to have a line of processes that they took to arrive at whatever timeframe they gave you. Rare Find!!! Buy At Auction. This is a nice Trapper by Ka-bar made in the early '80's Never used or carried! Working with the Marine Quartermaster Department the original design was revised and production began of an improved fighting and utility knife for the Marines. I would, thus, rather you look at the knife itself rather than trying to use the sheath to make a judgment. Returns Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt Details Payment Secure transaction 3 3 of 5 Vintage Kabar Trapper Pocket Knife #1001-Bone- 1970s. [18] Unlike the prior Marine Raider stiletto, Marines were taught to use their new knife primarily as a slashing weapon in the initial phases of hand-to-hand combat. #2. Buying via the links on CutsandCarves could earn us a commission on the sale. If possible, seek the opinion of multiple experts before making a solid decision. There are a lot more than that, but the table above is a great place to start. [13] The Marines' Quartermaster at the time initially refused to order the knives, but his decision was overruled by the Commandant. Unable to add item to List. 1 of 5 Only 1 left 2 watchers Vintage Kabar Trapper Pocket Knife #1001-Bone- 1970s. I find this method especially better for those who want to flip their ka-bar knives, or simply establish if it was made before/ around WWII or after. After receiving this knife, I felt obligated to test it out. MondayFriday: 8:00am8:00pm CT. It was a beautifully etched and gold filled fixed blade fighter made to the exact specifications, with exception of embellishments, of the original used during WWII. In naval service, the knife was used as a diving and utility knife from late 1943 onward, though the stacked leather handle tended to rot and disintegrate rapidly in saltwater. Before you can regard them as a collectors item, though, you need to know that you are working with the, Read More How to Tell How Old a Barlow Knife Is by Yourself (Charts, Stamps, and More)Continue. You could find either the USMC or USN MK2 marking on the knife. This is made in the U S A Original box and insert, This knife is NIB great knife at being made nearly 40 years ago! Now that you have established the ka-bar knife and got the markings to know what kind of issue it is, how about knowing if it is a WW2 knife or not? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Made in USA (Olean, New York) 1920s-1950s. I will do my best to provide opportunities for collectors to add knives to their collections through my shop and best of eBay pages. Vintage Kabar Trapper Pocket Knife #1001-Bone- 1970s. This auction is for a Vintage Kabar Trapper Pocket Knife #1001-Bone- 1970s. It measures 11.5" overall and features a blade with a 6.25" length and 1.563" width. For decades. This item is currently out of stock. Update us on what you get. Canton, MI 48187 The only one I can think of that's more infamous is the old-school Bowie. Comes brand new in box. You ought to take part in a contest for one of the best sites on the net. FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OVER $99* & 60-DAY RETURNS. $240.00 + $8.00 shipping. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. [2] By 1944, Marines began referring to the knife as the "KA-BAR", regardless of manufacturer. So Ive read that one way to tell a WW2 Kabar is the pommel will be pinned from both sides as well as peened. Fighting / Utility Knife was produced in limited number and released by the Club in 1976. Vintage Case XX Ten Dot 1970 Trapper 5254 Stag . Rare little shark's teeth mini stainless steel pocket knives, made in japan. 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Good seller with good positive feedback and good amount of ratings. Kabar Knives. NOTE: This is NOT AN AUCTION. 2 satin finish stainless steel blades. KA-BAR has been making knives since 1898, and each knife undergoes thorough manufacturing processes and product testing to ensure corrosion resistance, strength, edge holding ability, and razor sharp cutting edge. Copyright 2021 American Edge. Kitchen, butchers knives, outdoor knives, sharpening material: selection of the best series My goal is to provide helpful information about old pocket knives relating to their identification and history. Ka-Bar 1030 USA Delrin Old Timers Trappers Knife - Delrin Handles - No Cracks - Nickel Silver Bolsters - Brass Liners - Snaps Open and Shut - No Wobble - Unused and Unsharpened but has some Lite Patina and Scratches on the Blades - Very Nice Unused Condition No Box - 4 1/8 inches closed. Nickel silver bolsters and inlaid Ka-bar oval shield. Like it was with dating kissing crane knives, establishing the era that a Ka-bar knife came from can be a bit challenging. ), Vol. Before you go dating your ka-bar knife, I think you might want to know some of the challenges that you could encounter, and why. Stainless steel bolsters. Vintage Kabar Trapper Pocket Knife #1001-Bone- 1970s. Like ordering a "Coke" in the south (then asking for a Dr. Pepper), Ka-Bar is one of those company names that has become a catch-all for a bunch of knives. Related Items: Ka-Bar Full Size US Marine Corp Fighting Knife K Bar Hunting Survival Pocket. Made in the USA. Rare Find!!! Details Select delivery location Only 15 left in stock - order soon Qty: 1 Buy Now Payment Secure transaction Ships from eCop! It's a WW2 1219C2 Fighting/Utility knife. Rare Find!!! Ships to: US, All Rights Reserved. Whatever your purpose for buying a new Ka-Bar knife, you'll discover just what you're looking for among the huge selection at Knife Depot. Marines today often treat the blades, guards and pommels with non-reflective black spray paint to reduce reflected light and give them additional protection against saltwater corrosion. [2] Besides Camillus, the Union Cutlery Co., Robeson (ShurEdge) Cutlery Co., and PAL Cutlery Co. produced the Ka-Bar knife under military contract during World War II. 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