KA-BAR USMC Fighting Knife Straight Edge

KA-BAR became famous for their knife design back in 1942 when the company submitted their design for a general use knife for the Marine Corps. The name "Kabar" became synonymous with their knife pattern, regardless of whether the knife was manufactured at the actual KA-BAR facility. The USMC KA-BAR was also adopted by the Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Underwater Demolition Teams. The KA-BAR knives have been used ever since World War II including the Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm, and Iraqi Freedom. Today the company still produces the knife that started it all and is still used by service men and women. The company has produced other variants of the knife for the civialian market for adventurers, survivalists, outdoorsman and women.

The model #1217 KA-BAR USMC Fighting Knife Straight Edge is a practical, all-purpose utility knife featuring ergonomically designed slip-resistant handle and features a straight edge blade. The USMC version was designed to serve our troops during World War II and is still doing its job, with honors, 70+ years later. Tang stamped USMC. This model is designed as an all-purpose utility knife that can work in various activites to include fishing, hunting, camping, and outdoor suvival. The knife comes with a leather sheath that makes it easier to carry the large knife. The KA-BAR USMC features a leather handle that helps with grip control and is great in all sorts of weather conditions. For those who are interested in an all purpose utility knife should check out the KA-BAR series of knives.

INFO

• Blade Length: 7"
• Blade Edge: Straight
• Blade Steel: 1095 Cro-Van
• Blade Finish/Color: Black
• Blade Thickness: 0.165"
• Blade Width: 1.18"
• Blade Style/Shape: Clip Point
• Tang Stamp: USMC
• Handle Material: Leather
• Handle Color: Brown
• Lanyard Hole: No
• MOLLE Compatible:No
• Weight: 11.2 oz.
• Use: All Purpose Utility

SPECIFICATIONS

• Manufacturer: KA-BAR
• MPN: 1217CP
• UPC: 617717412172
• Capacity: N/A
• Sights: N/A
• Caliber: N/A
• Barrel Length: N/A
• Weight: 11.2 oz.
• Overall Length: 11.75"
• Model: KA-BAR USMC Fighting Knife Straight Edge
• Finish: Black

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

• KA-BAR USMC Fighting Knife Straight Edge
• Leather Sheath