Buddy of mine sent this to me says he has a chance to buy this knife ask me about it. Never seen one like it can’t find much info on it. Any ideas on when made and how rare it would be.
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Ka-Bar Id help
- Thread starter JasoninTN
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You seem impatient for an answer. This knife was made in the 1950s after about 1952. I do not know the model number but it is in very nice condition. I would call it scarce not rare, I have seen them before and have several different models with that handle. It was made after the company changed from Union Cutlery Co to KA-BAR, Inc.
Thanks for the info had never seen that handle or could really not find any pictures with that handle online. Was wondering if maybe it was not a factory knife. Some one had changed the handle. Sorry if seemed impatient was just trying to get answers on what it was for a friend.
You're quite welcome. Sadly (or thankfully) there is little info online on antique hunting knives or those from the 50s-60s. KA-BAR made variations of that handle from the 1940s-late 1950s. The handles to me are impractical because they are very heavy with all those brass spacers.
yes that's right!Yeah, it is a good looking knife in superb condition, I hope your friend gets it.