1 rare vintage WW2 Western V-44 survival knife available.  This V-44 combat knife would make an important addition to any collection. 

This V-44 was made by Western Cutlery--the rarest of all V-44's.  The blade is stamped 'WESTERN'.  This knife measures 14 9/16" overall.  The blade itself measures 9 5/16".  This knife has a steel guard, and black composite handle.

The Western sheath is nicely marked on its front with the name of the soldier who carried it 'KAYO'. 

This vintage WW2 Western V-44 is in excellent condition.  Everything is nice and tight on this knife with no looseness or wiggle.  The blade has some occasional minor, superficial-type pitting.  The blade edge has no nicks.  The handle grip is in perfect condition.  The Western double-stitched scabbard is in excellent condition with only some occasional minor crazing in the leather.