1 early blued blade U.S.M.C. World War 2 Kabar Mark 2 fighting knife.  This early version WW2 Kabar Mark 2 combat knife would make a rare addition to any collection.

This early War variation Kabar has a thin, peened pommel.  This variation also has a thick red spacer, and thin black spacer, next to the guard. 

The blade on this desirable Kabar measures 7".  The knife is marked 'KA-BAR   OLEAN, N.Y.' on the front tang.  The reverse tang is stamped 'U.S.M.C.'. 

This knife was carried some, but never used to cut anything.  The blade has its original, unused factory edge.  The original grind lines are clearly visible on the blade.  There is scattered surface oxidation on the blade.  The bluing is nearly 100%.  The stacked leather handle and sheath have occasional carry marks on them.  The knife's guard and pommel are perfectly tight.  

An early blued blade U.S.M.C. Ka-bar Mark 2 would make a rare and important addition to any collection.