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The Big Boss of the large fixed blades with the bullet proof reputation to prove it

Location: Right here on iKC!
Members: 90
Latest Activity: Feb 25, 2023

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Some KA-BAR history...

The Ka-Bar fighting knife was originally designed as a hunting knife in 1898, and would have been considered unremarkable at that time. In 1942, soon after the United States' entry into World War II, American troops experienced the problematic nature of the M1917/1918 and Mark I trench knives that they were issued initially and, realizing the need for knives suited to trench warfare, Ka-Bar's design was chosen from a catalog of hunting gear. The Marines bought many different knives and designs from a large number of suppliers during World War II, but it was the Ka-Bar fighting knife that was most common and popular. It was chosen for continued purchase and issue after the war was over. The final shape was decided upon by the Marine Corps. The changes included a slightly longer blade for combat use, introduction of a small fuller to make the blade lighter, and the pinned pommel and stacked leather handle as standard. In addition, the blade, guard, and pommel were all finished in a non-reflective matte black or gray phosphate finish instead of the brightly polished steel of the original.

Millions were made during World War II by Ka-Bar, Ontario Knife Company, Camillus Cutlery, Case Knives, and several other knife companies. The knife is inexpensive, easy to replace, and adequate for most tasks. It was also used as a diving knife in World War II, though the model in use at the time disintegrated rapidly in saltwater. The various forms of this knife are still very popular with hunters, fishermen, hikers, outdoors-men, and the U.S. military.

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Comment by Jim Johnson on October 27, 2012 at 18:58: Nice piece

Comment by Terry Pitts on October 27, 2012 at 17:28: Front side

Comment by Terry Pitts on October 27, 2012 at 17:25: 1985 Albermarle Coke Bottle.I have a large collection of Kabars that you can see in my Kabar album.Jan thought you all might like to see this one.Glad to be a new member of the Ka_Bar club. Terry

Comment by Patrik Ilijev on October 19, 2012 at 21:36: Thank you Jan. Watched this one couple of times back a year ago I did wanted to buy me a ka-bar from that lineup but didn't do it.

Comment by Jan Carter on October 19, 2012 at 20:09: Saw this video and thought i would share it

Comment by tom white on October 17, 2012 at 18:06: the wife and enjoyed meeting y'all pink knife for the wife here soon

Comment by Jan Carter on October 17, 2012 at 14:59: so how many zombie killer fans are out there?

Thanks Moose and Paul :)

Comment by Jan Carter on October 16, 2012 at 19:32

Comment by Patrik Ilijev on July 12, 2012 at 0:30: Nice Isaac thank you for sharing.

Comment by Patrik Ilijev on October 6, 2011 at 20:57: My Knife Collection: New Entry

ZK KHARON TANTO - 02-5698

This knife was given to me as a gift from my best friend.