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Japanese WWII Army Sword -Samurai/Gendai/Water-Temper Gendaito -FIERY Hamon -th












Japanese WWII Army Sword -Samurai/Gendai/Water-Temper Gendaito -FIERY Hamon -th
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1 water-tempered Japanese WW2 gendai sword available. This fine antique Japanese sword would make an important acquisition for any collection.
This is a special sword. Check out the fiery temper line.
The blade measures 26 1/8″ from blade tip to notch in the blade spine. As mentioned, this is a traditionally-made gendai sword–there are no arsenal or Showa stamps on the nakago. The nakago is not signed. Note the carefully-made pattern of file marks up near the habaki.
This sword was made with multiple layers of steel–as can be seen by looking carefully at the blade.
Note the mounts are higher quality with 2 wide seppa among the fittings. The seppa and tsuba all have matching assembly numbers.
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OSS FAIRBAIRN SYKES KNIFE -US WWII PANCAKE SPATULA/FLIPPER DAGGER STILETTO -CIA






OSS FAIRBAIRN SYKES KNIFE -US WWII PANCAKE SPATULA/FLIPPER DAGGER STILETTO -CIA
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1 vintage U.S. World War II OSS stiletto fighting knife. This historic OSS stiletto would make an important addition to any collection.
The knife measures 11 5/8″ overall. The blade itself measures just under 6 3/4″. The blade has one Rockwell test mark. The original black rubber scabbard o-ring always breaks down over time. Many collectors replace the black rubber o-ring with one from a hardware store. The original o-ring was exactly that–a standard black rubber o-ring, plain and simple.
Mike Silvey’s book Knives of the United States Military World War II features this knife. M.H. Cole’s The Best of U.S. Military Knives also covers this knife. In addition, Frank Trzaska’s article “The O.S.S. Stiletto” published in Knife World Magazine’s Military Knives–a Reference Book discusses this knife as well.
The LF&C pancake flipper scabbard for this knife is in premium condition.
This OSS stiletto has both rare condition, AND it was actually carried—note that unlike most OSS stilettos in this condition with a mint blade (the were never carried) the top of the pancake flipper sheath had a belt woven through it.
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Robeson USMC Mark 2 Knife -US WWII -WW2 Military -THE BEST EXAMPLE AVAILABLE!









Robeson USMC Mark 2 Knife -US WWII -WW2 Military -THE BEST EXAMPLE AVAILABLE!
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The best Robeson USMC you will ever see. This near-mint Robeson USMC knife would make a rare addition to any collection.
The has its correct black stitching sheath, with the correct zigzag pattern snap. The knife has its correct welded pommel (note the minor voids visible after Robeson cutlers smoothed the pommel end after welding), and perfect blued blade.
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CASE WWII Fighting Knife -Hollow Handle Military Survival -WW2 USN Collection




CASE WWII Fighting Knife -Hollow Handle Military Survival -WW2 USN Collection
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1 hard to find U.S. World War II CASE survival fighting knife available. This is the 5″ CASE hollow handle fighting knife. This knife would make an important addition to any collection.
The World War 2 Case hollow handle survival knife has a screw-off pommel that allows access to dry storage inside the handle. The pommel cap also has a compass. The WW2 Case survival knife measures 9 7/16″ overall with a 5″ blade. The sheath is marked ‘U.S.N.’.
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WWII Medical Corpsman Knife -US WW2 Navy Combat Medic -Military Collection -USN



WWII Medical Corpsman Knife -US WW2 Navy Combat Medic -Military Collection -USN
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1 possibly one of a kind U.S. World War 2 Medical Corpsman fighting knife available. This U.S. fighting knife would make an important addition to any collection.
This super unique Corpsman knife has a 7 5/16″ blade. The handle is cast aluminum.
The front side of the handle has the caduceus insignia of the U.S. Medical Corps. This side of the handle also has the National Coat of Arms of the United States–the U.S. eagle grasping arrows in one talon, and an olive branch in the other.
The reverse side of the handle has the Medical Corps insignia as well, and the ‘U.S.N.’ anchor.
The knife is paired with a sheath marked ‘KENNEDY BROS. ARMS CO. ST. PAUL’.
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Japanese NAGAMITSU WWII Sword -1944/Type 3 Army WW2 -Antique/Gunto/GENDAITO









Japanese NAGAMITSU WWII Sword -1944/Type 3 Army WW2 -Antique/Gunto/GENDAITO
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1 WW2 Japanese Army Officer’s sword made by the well-known smith Nagamitsu available.
This traditionally-made gendai katana has an expertly water-tempered wavy hamon. This Japanese WW II Army Officer’s katana is in 1944 shin-gunto mounts (aka Type 3 mounts).
The nakago is signed ‘Nagamitsu saku (made this)’.
The blade measures 26 1/2″ (67.3 cm) (measured properly from the blade tip to the notch in the blade spine). This sword has two latch releases.
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Japanese WWII Army Sword -IJA Katana -Kaneyoshi HIGH CONDITION -Samurai/Military










Japanese WWII Army Sword -IJA Katana -Kaneyoshi HIGH CONDITION -Samurai/Military
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St. Croix Blades buys Japanese swords! In need of an appraisal, or want to sell or consign your sword or entire collection? Pricing out an estate? Contact Us! 715-557-1688 via phone, or email us at info@stcroixblades.com.
1 antique World War II Japanese samurai Army Officer’s sword available. The blade is a high condition sword by Okada Kaneyoshi. This fine Japanese Army katana would make an important addition to any collection.
The showato blade measures 26 1/4″ (66.6 cm)–as measured properly with a tape pulled tight from the blade tip to the bottom of the notch in the habaki. There is a Seki stamp above the signature. All fittings have the matching assembly number ‘3’.
Kaneyoshi is featured in John Slough’s book An Oshigata Book of Modern Japanese Swordsmiths 1868-1945 on page 74. See photo above.
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Antique Old Japanese Sword -Ko-Wakizashi Samurai -Mon/Collection BEAUTIFUL HAMON
















Antique Old Japanese Sword -Ko-Wakizashi Samurai -Mon/Collection BEAUTIFUL HAMON
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1 antique Japanese nihonto Samurai ko-wakizashi sword available. This Samurai sword would make an important addition to any collection.
This sword is mumei–what a great sword to Shinsa!
The blade measures 12 15/16″ (32.8 cm) from blade tip to notch in the blade spine.
This sword has a desirable wavy hamon/temper line. The tsuba is very nice. The tsuba has a handsome color. The fuch, kashira, and two of the saya fittings are matching–the motif is gumoka zogon (debris floating on water). Two of the saya fittings are missing–fortunately both fittings can be replaced by buffalo horn. Horn fittings would look very nice on this saya.
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Andre Thorburn Custom Folder -Damascus Blade -Fossilized Mastodon Ivory Scales









Andre Thorburn Custom Folder -Damascus Blade -Fossilized Mastodon Ivory Scales
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New WAY lower price!
1 fine Andre Thorburn custom fossilized mammoth ivory handle scale and damascus blade knife available. This Thorburn custom folder would make an important addition to any collection.
Andre Thorburn made this knife is 2005. The handle scales are made of fossilized Mammoth ivory. The blade is a fine mosaic damascus.
This knife has a 4″ blade. This knife measures 7 3/16″ when opened.
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PIRANHA P1 Pocket Auto Knife -Anodized Aircraft Alloy Black Scales/db



PIRANHA P1 Pocket Auto Knife -Anodized Aircraft Alloy Black Scales/db
$125
Before ordering this knife you must complete the Automatic Knives Certification Form. Click on the Contact Us link above, and we will email you the form.
The Piranha P-1 Pocket knife is functional and stylish with a good feel. It opens with a commanding kick and locks solidly into place. The lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum handle is hard anodized and features recessed grooves for added gripping power. Also, the knife is very thin which makes it quite comfortable for pocket carry with the titanium clip.
Blade: Handle: Overall Length- 7.375″
Length- 3.2″ 6061-T6 Type 3 Hard Coat Size Closed- 4.175″
Thickness- .090″ Anodized Aircraft Alloy Pocket Clip- Titanium
Material- 154-CM Hardware- All Stainless Steel
Hardness- 60-61 RC Springs, Pins, Buttons, and Screws
Straight or Serrated Weight- 2.4 oz.This knife was in a collection. The collector did not keep the box for this knife.
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AL MAR Corby Tanto AUTO Knife -CM-154 Steel – USA -db


AL MAR Corby Tanto AUTO Knife -CM-154 Steel – USA -db
$300
Before ordering this knife you must complete the Automatic Knives Certification Form. Click on the Contact Us link above, and we will email you the form.
This Corby Tanto Auto by Al Mar Knives has a tumbled and polished drop point tanto blade with false top edge. Handle is black anodized aluminum with safety auto button, milled ribs, stainless steel tip up clip, and lanyard hole.
Blade Length
3.25 inOverall Length
7.75 inWeight (oz)
4.1This knife was in a collection. The collector did not keep the box for this knife.
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US VIETNAM WAR Woodsmans Pal AIRMANS Fighting Machete Knife -1963 Manual & Stone









US VIETNAM WAR Woodsmans Pal AIRMANS Fighting Machete Knife -1963 Manual & Stone
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River Valley Knives buys knife collections, Japanese samurai sword collections, and individual knives and swords. Call us at 715-557-1688.
1 Vietnam War U.S. Airman’s Survival Tool Kit available. This Airman’s fighting knife/machete is also known as The Woodsman’s Pal. This fighting machete comes with its original manual and with its original sharpening stone and with its original fire-starting lens. This Airman’s Survival Tool Kit set would make an important addition to any Vietnam or militaria collection.
The blade is stamped ‘FRANK & WARREN, INC. SURVIVAL AX TYPE IV MIL-S-8642C‘. The original book included with this Airman’s Survival machete is:
Description, CARE and USE of SURVIVAL TOOL KITS, AIRMAN’S — 24 pg. book
The manual was printed in September of 1963.
The kit also includes:
‘Burning Lens’ fire starter
sharpening stone
wrist lanyard cordThe blade edge is covered in a black rubber coating to prevent rust.
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RARE Late 1930’s Bo Randall Knife -w/Certificate -Old/Antique/Vtg -Collection










RARE Late 1930’s Bo Randall Knife -w/Certificate -Old/Antique/Vtg -Collection
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1 very early Bo Randall knife available. This rare 1930’s Randall knife would make an important addition to any collection.
This knife has a Certificate of Authenticity by Capt. Chris Stanaback. This late 1930’s crown stag Randall knife measures 9 1/4″ overall. The blade itself measures 5 1/8″. This knife is from the pre-Randall blade stamp era–or, the original light stamp was lost from corrosion over the years.
This knife was made by Bo Randall. There are not very many 1930’s Randall knives in existence. This is an incredibly rare knife.
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NIB GERBER BMF FIGHTING KNIFE w/SAWTEETH BACK -USA Combat/Survival Collection






NIB GERBER BMF FIGHTING KNIFE w/SAWTEETH BACK -USA Combat/Survival Collection
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Vintage Gerber BMF survival fighting knife. This classic Gerber survival knife would make an important addition to any collection.
The blade measures 7 7/8”. This knife measures 13 1/2” overall.
This knife has a compass in the front pouch, and a sharpening steel on the back of the sheath.
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John Ek Commando Knife -Dagger -GREEN -Effingham IL -Made in USA



John Ek Commando Knife -Dagger -GREEN -Effingham IL -Made in USA
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1 John Ek commando knife available. This vintage Ek was made in Effingham, IL.
This knife measures 12 1/2″ overall. The blade itself measures 6 5/8″.
This knife was made in the USA.
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PROTECH TR-3 SWAT Auto Knife -Tactical Response 3 -Pro-tech/db


PROTECH TR-3 SWAT Auto Knife -Tactical Response 3 -Pro-tech/db
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Before ordering this knife you must complete the Automatic Knives Certification Form. Click on the Contact Us link above, and we will email you the form.
TR-3 SWAT / Black handle with grooves, BLACK Blade, ALL Black Hardware, PLAIN Edge.
The Tactical Response 3 is one of Protech’s most popular knives with law enforcement and military year after year. Trusted by the most elite military on the planet, the TR-3 is a thoughtfully designed 3.5” blade automatic knife that is slender and easy to carry.
TR-3 SWAT / Black handle with grooves, BLACK Blade, ALL Black Hardware, PLAIN Edge.
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Benchmade 3350 Mini Infidel OTF Knife -McHenry design -Made in USA



Benchmade 3350 Mini Infidel OTF Knife -McHenry design -Made in USA
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Before ordering this knife you must complete the Automatic Knives Certification Form. Click on the Contact Us link above, and we will email you the form.
1 new in the box Benchmade model 3350 Mini Infidel OTF auto knife.
This knife measures 4″ when closed. The blade itself measures 3 1/16″. The blade is made of D2 steel
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6” Hubertus Stag Springer -Solingen Knife -Leverlock Clip Point -db


6” Hubertus Stag Springer -Solingen Knife -Leverlock Clip Point -db
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Purchase of this knife requires signing of the Auto Knife Form. Email info@stcroixblades.com to request the form.
1 Hubertus 5 7/8″ Leverlock clip point auto.
This German-made auto has fine sambar stag handles. There is no box with this knife as it was in a collection. The blade measures 2 5/8″.
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Benchmade 3200S Pardue PROTOTYPE Knife -3200 -May 2002 -mb



Benchmade 3200S Pardue PROTOTYPE Knife -3200 -May 2002 -mb
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Before ordering this knife you must complete the Automatic Knives Certification Form. Click on the Contact Us link above, and we will email or text you the form.
1 new in the box Benchmade model 3200S Pardue auto knife available. This is the May 2002 PROTOTYPE knife. This early Benchmade would make an important addition to any collection.
The blade is made with 154CM steel. This knife has a 3 3/16″ blade.
This knife was made in the U.S.A.
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13” Italian Picklock Stiletto Knife -Auto -Stag Handle -db




13” Italian Picklock Stiletto Knife -Auto -Stag Handle -db
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Purchase of this knife requires signing of the Auto Knife Form. Email info@stcroixblades.com to request the form.
1 Italian made 13″ pick lock lock stiletto auto.
This auto has fine horn handles. There is no box with this knife as it was in a collection. The blade measures 6″.
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Protech Runt 101 Auto Knife -154CM -USA -db



Protech Runt 101 Auto Knife -154CM -USA -db
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Purchase of this knife requires signing of the Auto Knife Form. Email info@stcroixblades.com to request the form.
Runt 101 auto by Protech Knives, USA.
The blade measures 1 7/8″.
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Armando Beltrame 9” DAMASCUS KRIS Blade Picklock Knife -AB -Sambar Stag -ITALY -db



Armando Beltrame 9” DAMASCUS KRIS Blade Picklock Knife -AB -Sambar Stag -ITALY -db
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Purchase of this knife requires signing of the Auto Knife Form. Email info@stcroixblades.com to request the form.
1 Armando Beltrame 9″ picklock kris blade auto.
This Italian-made auto has fine sambar stag handles. There is no box with this knife as it was in a collection. The damascus blade measures 3 15/16″.
No payments allowed online for this knife. Click on ‘Purchase by Phone’ to buy this knife, or send us an email.
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7 3/4” Hubertus Stag Leverlock -Solingen Knife -Germany -db


7 3/4” Hubertus Stag Leverlock -Solingen Knife -Germany -db
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Purchase of this knife requires signing of the Auto Knife Form. Email info@stcroixblades.com to request the form.
1 Hubertus 7 3/4″ Leverlock clip point auto.
This German-made auto has fine sambar stag handles. There is no box with this knife as it was in a collection. The blade measures 3 1/4″.
No payments allowed online for this knife. Click on ‘Purchase by Phone’ to buy this knife, or send us an email.
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MEL FASSIO Custom Mother of Pearl Auto Art Knife -MOP -Scrolled -db



MEL FASSIO Custom Mother of Pearl Auto Art Knife -MOP -Scrolled -db
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Purchase of this knife requires signing of the Auto Knife Form. Email info@stcroixblades.com to request the form.
1 fine Mel Fassio custom auto knife.
This knife has fine mother of pearl handles. There is no box with this knife as it was in a collection. The blade measures 3 3/4″.
No payments allowed online for this knife. Click on ‘Purchase by Phone’ to buy this knife, or send us an email.































































































































































