Description
1 vintage U.S. WW2 V-44 fighting knife available. The U.S. fighting knife has desirable 2nd Marine Division theater markings on its scabbard. This World War II green horn handle Collins V-44 would make an important addition to any collection.
This V-44 was made by Collins. The blade is stamped ‘COLLINS & CO. LEGITIMUS MADE IN U.S.A. No. 18’. This knife measures 13 15/16″ overall. The blade itself measures 9 1/4″. This knife has a brass guard, and green horn handle.
The scabbard is marked on its front ‘Bruce Shenker 1st Platoon Co. C 5th 8th 2 Marine Div.‘. Many collectors like to buy items for their collections that can be researched. They research the vet’s service record, theaters of battle, etc.
CONDITION:
The blade has oxidation on it (it hasn’t been cleaned up at all–it is exactly in the condition it was found in). The horn handle is in excellent condition. The guard will move just a bit when checking for any movement. The scabbard is in perfect condition.
