Description
WW2 Kinfolks V44 survival knife, part of the aircrew “bail-out” kit, original leather scabbard included; rare type in great condition.
Scarce WW2 era US Air Force large V44 pilot survival/fighting knife manufactured by Kinfolks in Little Valley, NY during the war. Rare unused condition with hard-to find original scabbard is included. The V44 was issued to the USAF and some Commonwealth aircrews as part of their “bail-out” survival kit stored under the pilot’s seat (see photos). This big boy was an all-purpose knife for fighting and survival in harsh conditions in the Pacific theatre of operations. This exact type is illustrated on page 164 of KNIVES OF THE UNITED STATES MILITARY WORLD WAR II book by Michael W Silvey – a well-established expert an author of many books on the subject of US military edged weapons (see the book’s scans in the photos). I also have Case XX V44 survival knife in excellent condition available for sale; please take a look.
This huge fighter is about 14-3/8″ / 36.5 cm overall; the blade is about 9-3/8″ / 24 cm long. The edge is razor-sharp still; the tip is intact; some minor pitting on the blade is noted for accuracy. No typical ding marks the blade’s spine or bronze double-guard – very good condition for the type. Ricasso is stamped KINFOLKS INC. on one side; solid cast bronze “double-ball” cross-guard is unmarked. Black plastic handle with 3 white metal rivets is in excellent overall condition. No dings or contact marks on the pommel and guard; all parts are tight with no play. Original brown leather scabbard is in excellent condition, considering the age – the leather is soft and supple, the belt hanger and all original stitching is intact; this scabbard is in 100% serviceable condition even now.
These huge WW2 era survival knives are getting very hard to find nowadays, especially in better grades. This original WW2 Kinfolks V44 survival knife/leather scabbard set will be a welcome addition to any collection. This rare and attractive WW2 Kinfolks V44 survival knife / original leather scabbard set has not been cleaned or tampered with in any way, it is in 100% original “as is” condition. These are the actual photos; Garand clips are not included with the knife 😉
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