Original U.S. WWII KA-BAR Style Fighting Knife by Utica Cutlery Co. with Original Leather Sheath- Ca.1944-45 Russian/Soviet Militaria There were numerous variants of

There were numerous variants of this helicopter

and there is oxidation to the metal of the scabbard body

fog and poor visibility

There are some areas of fouling and oxidation present from lack of cleaning

The left side of the barrel also looks to have a faded "Perron" Tower of Liège proof on it

Original U.S. WWII KA-BAR Style Fighting Knife by Utica Cutlery Co. with Original Leather Sheath- Ca.1944-45 Russian/Soviet Militaria There were numerous variants ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good example of a circa 1944 45 fighting knife by Utica Cutlery Co., of Utica, New York. These knives were maxed commercially during the later phases of WWII, and were intended to be private purchase items for servicemen. These knives are near identical to the US Marine Corps U. S. Navy MKII Fighting Knife. The ricasso is marked U. S. UTICA CUT. CO.. The handle is marked KARLSEN. The finish is well retained