M3 trench knife value book

We will not under value merchandise or mark the item on the customs form as a gift. It does bring to question as to how it was missed though, two ordnance officers signed off on the drawing and both should have known that 1922 was two decades earlier. Trench knife the standard wwi 1918 trench knife for sale is meant as a closequarters implement for direct contact with enemy forces. Get the best deals on original ww i us edged weapons when you shop the largest online selection at. I did read from at the front supply that originally the m3 was in fact issued with a leather sheath, so there you go. Its also a costeffective alternative to tracking down all three of mh coles us military knife books.

Wwii us m3 case fighting knife a fighting knife, also commonly called a combat knife, is a knife designed for military use, specifically for close combat. These knives redefined trench warfare, and continue to hold a place in enthusiasts hearts today. The m5 bayonet guard had a stud that fit into the gas cylinder screw, similar to the m7 series of grenade launchers, rather than the traditional barrel ring. The m3 trench knife, also known as fighting knife, entered service in march 1943.

If you can find it, vince coniglios the us m3 trench knife is an excellent source. The ontario m3 trench knife is a worthy addition to any wwii knife collection. The boker plus 02bo1943 m3 trench knife was designed in 1943, the m3 trench knife was intended to be used by any u. Us wwii theater made knife and leather sheath, m3 style blade price. Military fighting knives and daggers for sale international military. Knife, trench, m3 scabbard, trench knife, m6 adopted by the us army early in 1943 it was produced from march of that year until july 1944.

M3 trench knife handle repair all about pocket knives. Aapk has created a fantastic high value service for our members in good standing that includes. Ive checked my wwii knife book michael silvey and compared it t. The trench knife, also known as a knuckle knife, was invented for closequarters combat during wwi, when fighting primarily took place in trenches. The m3 fighting knife or m3 trench knife was an american military combat knife first issued in march 1943. M3 trench knife, made by utica cutlery company, utica, new york, with u. In 1943 many soldiers got a brand new shinny present called the m3 fighting knife or as it was commonly called the m3 trench knife the original purpose of the m3 trench knife was to equip soldiers with a close combat weapon who were not equipped with a bayonet.

In 1942, the americans sought to replace the old mk i trench model dating from the first world war. Hayes otoupalik military collectibles and historical americana. M3t us m3 1943 trench knife with sheath military knives. Us wings is not liable for any damages or injuries resulting from the purchase andor usage of this knife. But it had already been officially replaced by the m4 bayonetknife in the spring of 1944. Mh coles the best of us military knives is euqually as good, but it covers more than just the m3. Perhaps the best book ever printed on the m3 trench knives. The m3 trench knife was issued with the carbine but. It is a leather grip dark blade knike in very good condition in a m8.

The m3 was originally designated for issue to soldiers. It joins my kabar marine fighting knife and my m4 camillus bayonet and its quality is on par with both. Initially manufactured to equip soldiers not armed with a bayonet, this sturdy and almost irreplaceable weapon endured through most of wwii until. If there is one side arm easily recognized as a fighting icon from wwii, it is the us army m3 trench knife. The next drawing number in series is 202b52, that one is for the m3 trench knife dated december 20, 1942, that kind of locks it down to being a simple mistake. Initially, the americans wanted to distribute it to all nonbayonet soldiers. Military trench knives for sale buy quality blades at. Ontario mark iii m3 trench knife fixed bayonet blade w. I have a chance to purchase an m3 knife, very good shape all overall, including the grip washers.

This 1917 us trench knife is a terrific replica for the collector or reenactor. This is an excellent original example of the diston design model 1917 1918 trench fighting knife by the american cutlery co. The m3 trench knife is an edged tool manufactured by several companies and used by military personnel in various global conflicts throughout. The knife was a replacement for the woefully inadequate 1918 mk 1 trench knife which was developed in the closing stages of wwi the old brass knuckled trench knife soldiers who had. The sheath is original and marked m h cole roebuck works on the back. The veteran i purchased this knife from has since passed on, but the odds of him buying a post war leather sheath to fit his wwii modified m3 trench knife is pretty slim. Its sturdy construction also makes it no slouch as a heavy duty field knife.

Made from an existing original, you can own the same thing for a fraction of the price. It also includes descriptions of the knives and sheaths. Although since the end of trench warfare, most military knives have been primarily designed for utility or tool use. Boker plus m3 trench knife 02bo1943 fixed blade for sale. Military knives, usmc m9 bayonets for sale that make great military gift for someone going into the military. Reviews and ratings for ontario wwii m3 trench knife fixed. Written by bill walters with input from vince coniglio, this is the most comprehensive book to date on m3s and m4s. Can any one help, i have a m3 trench knife for sale but dont know where i should post it. Discussion in weapons started by ted, oct 20, 2006. Buy us military knives combat knife accessories from combat hunting for sale at low prices.

The us m3 fighting knife the m3 fighting knife or m3 trench knife was an american military combat knife first issued in 1943. With over 12 years of helping customers find just what they want, we are here to help you. Its also being revised as we speak, and will be released i believe next spring. Ww2 us army m3 trench knife and m1918 trench knife ordnance supply catalog. Its an original piece, and the blade has not had the life sharpened out of it. We have kabar military knives, army trench knives, air force survival knives, navy, usmc marines kbar, trench knives, military survival knife with compass and. Vintage military fighting knives and daggers for sale at international military antiques. This book includes all the known m3 trench knife, m6 sheath and m4 knifebayonet variations. It was issued to soldiers who carried weapons that did not have bayonets. If youre looking to add a us m3 knife to your collection of cutlery, you can check out the new and secondhand options for sale at lowcost prices on ebay. Another good reference is us military knives bayonets and machetes book iii by mh cole.

The handle has a leather ring grip with a guard and pommel cap at the ends. Superb find for display with ww2 m3 trench knife collection. The pommel is marked with the ordnance bomb, and the guard is marked imperial. The ontario mark iii trench knife is a 1940s era design that is tough as nails. We feature a huge collection of swords, knives and daggers for any collector. The bayonet style blade has a partially sharpened upper edge and a nonreflective zinc phosphate black coating. Most designs incorporate a special guard that covered the fingers. Kabar full size us marine corps fighting knife, straight. M3 trench knife the fighting knife antique outings. Military combat knives survival knives army knives on sale. The m3 fighting knife also called the m3 trench knife had a 6. Trench knife for sale military collectibles for sale. Before i contact seller and express concern, i want other opinion.

An example of a world war i trench knife is the german armys nahkampfmesser close combat knife. They are now working on an update to include info on the m4 bayonet. Wwi m1917 trench knife leather replacement scabbard marked jewell 1918. This is the only book that i am aware of that shows the pommel peening and pinning differences in the m3, this is where the value lies. Given the choice for all around use, there is not even a question of the kabar being much more useful for a great many more things. A trench knife is a combat knife designed to kill or incapacitate an enemy at close quarters, such as in a trench or other confined area.

The world war ii m3 trench knife us military swords online. The m3 trench knife with m8a1 sheath was an american military combat knife first issued in march 1943 to u. I was reading a book by osprey on wwii infantry tactics and it said that the m3 was a knife that could be used as a bayonet for the m1 carbine and that a similar bayonet was used for the garand. Sake cups stick pins sweetheart jewelry swords swords british swords french swords german swords japanese swords other swords us trench art uniforms uniforms british uniforms children uniforms german uniforms. This mark iii trench knife was issued to be a fighting or combat knife. The first troops to receive the m3s were the airborne, mountain ranger and glider infantry units. However, it was particularly designed for use by forces in need of a close combat knife, such as airbornes and army rangers, so these units received priority for the m3 at the start of production. Upon inspection, im not convinced its authentic, looks like repro. However, it was particularly designed for use by forces in need of a close combat knife, such as airbornes and army rangers, so these units received priority for the m3 at the start of.

The handle is alum, brass, fiber, bakelite and copper. The m3 fighting knife or m3 trench knife was an american military combat knife. This m3 trench knife reproduction for sale is a very nice heavy duty replica of the us m3 1943 trench knife and comes with od green scabbardsheath. Boker plus m3 trench knife with stacked leather handle smkw. Just as the m4 bayonet was essentially a wwii m3 trench knife modified into an m1 carbine bayonet, the m5 bayonet was an m3style knife blade adapted to fit the garand. The early models were issued with a leather scabbard which had a bottom metal plate for reenforcement. The m3 trench knife is an edged tool manufactured by several companies and used by military personnel in various global conflicts throughout history.

It features a 6 78 double edged blade with the top edge going down about a 14 of the blade. The boker plus m3 trench knife is a reproduction of the 1943 m3 given to any us soldier during world war ii not equipped with a bayonet. Ontario m3 trench knife, qn8155 the above illustrated knife is the ontario m3 trench knife. Of laden the ww2 book world by war reference two us m3 and knife coniglio trench trench coniglio m3 ww2 us knife by and of. Real or fake m3 trench knife all about pocket knives. This exact knife is pictured in cole book 1 page 80 m. It is a leather grip dark blade knike in very good condition in a m8 sheath. Wwii us army usmc m3 trench fighting knife guard marked utica m8 scabbard named. Book the us m3 trench knife of world war two by coniglio.