Original U.S. WWII 1944 M3 Imperial Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard U.S. Civil War 5” overall length

5” overall length

67-inch bore was narrower than the 12-pounder's 4

The brass guard shows excellent patina

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Original U.S. WWII 1944 M3 Imperial Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard U.S. Civil War 5” overall lengthOriginal Item: Only One Available. A fine WWII 1944 manufactured Mark 3 U. S. fighting knife with the guard lightly stamped, U. S. M3 IMPERIAL. The blade is in very good condition free of nicks with minor pitting. The handle and stacked leather grip are in very good condition. The original leather scabbard is supple and strong. This is the third version manufactured in 1944. Dimensions: Blade Length: 6 Total Length: 11 Scabbard Length: 12 The M3