Theorywolf Posted January 29, 2011 Share #1 Posted January 29, 2011 I just won my first Kabar WW II USMC knife on ebay. I just wanted to make sure with the collectors in the know here that I did good or bad with my win? I could not get the photos to download so here is the address for the ebay page. The knife has been sharpened and filed a bit. Still looks pretty good. Thanks, Mike http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...D&viewitem= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpsmancollector Posted January 29, 2011 Share #2 Posted January 29, 2011 Mike, Looks like a nice, used example to me. I think you did well and I would be happy to add the item to my collection :thumbsup: Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Robinson Posted January 29, 2011 Share #3 Posted January 29, 2011 a right as rain mid war production Marine KA-BAR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theorywolf Posted January 29, 2011 Author Share #4 Posted January 29, 2011 Thanks Will! I may have you a Marine Item in the future!! Greg, thanks to you!! I studied your expert overview of these and tested my knowledge so far by buying one! It worked out and thanks for your expertise on these!! Question: First, should I clean this one? What will take the spotting off the blade? Should I leave as is? Cheers, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbertson Posted January 30, 2011 Share #5 Posted January 30, 2011 Nice knife...I don't understand why you think it's been filed, but I see no evidence that would suggest it. As far as cleaning goes, it looks pretty clean already. I would just wipe it down with some light oil and leave it at that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5th.army.guy Posted January 30, 2011 Share #6 Posted January 30, 2011 Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theorywolf Posted January 30, 2011 Author Share #7 Posted January 30, 2011 Nice knife...I don't understand why you think it's been filed, but I see no evidence that would suggest it. As far as cleaning goes, it looks pretty clean already. I would just wipe it down with some light oil and leave it at that. I was thinking about the edge just above where the USMC is stamped. Looks like the metal almost cuts into the "C" in the USMC stamp...like it is filed down, but maybe the stamp is just a little high? Thanks guys for helping me see that this is, in fact, a WW II Kabar! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Still-A-Marine Posted January 30, 2011 Share #8 Posted January 30, 2011 Its a nice WW2 piece and a good one for any collection. I would go over the metal with 0000 steal wool and oil. Don't over do it! Just a little bit of light rubbing will remove any surface rust and crud. Be careful. Ka-Bars are addicting - you can't have just one. Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbertson Posted January 30, 2011 Share #9 Posted January 30, 2011 I was thinking about the edge just above where the USMC is stamped. Looks like the metal almost cuts into the "C" in the USMC stamp...like it is filed down, but maybe the stamp is just a little high? Thanks guys for helping me see that this is, in fact, a WW II Kabar! Mike I'm pretty sure it was just stamped slightly off for one reason or another...not really uncommon, as the main issue was to get these knives out in the field and in my mind adds character and individuality to them. The way I see it, slight imperfections were the norm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riot Earp Posted January 30, 2011 Share #10 Posted January 30, 2011 I would go over the metal with 0000 steal wool and oil. I would do the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theorywolf Posted January 30, 2011 Author Share #11 Posted January 30, 2011 You guys are great! I've enjoyed learning about the Kabar. With selling places like ebay you gotta be in the know!! Yes, I know I will get addicted! Already am! Don't tell my wife! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsellati Posted January 30, 2011 Share #12 Posted January 30, 2011 Mike, Excellent choice for a first WWII Kabar knife :thumbsup:. IMHO this early variant (sporting the "Olean, NY" stamp) is more collectible than the later more common variant that is just stamped Kabar. Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theorywolf Posted January 30, 2011 Author Share #13 Posted January 30, 2011 Thanks Tim for the information! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corpsmancollector Posted February 2, 2011 Share #14 Posted February 2, 2011 Thanks Will! I may have you a Marine Item in the future!! Greg, thanks to you!! I studied your expert overview of these and tested my knowledge so far by buying one! It worked out and thanks for your expertise on these!! Question: First, should I clean this one? What will take the spotting off the blade? Should I leave as is? Cheers, Mike No worries Mike, more than welcome. Ka-Bars are an addictive sub-collection...Some days, they're all I can think about! I may have you a Marine Item in the future!! I'm intrigued! Will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theorywolf Posted February 4, 2011 Author Share #15 Posted February 4, 2011 Just got the Kabar home from seller. As you guys say, I love it!! I've been looking for other collecting items beyond the M1 helmet...which can cost you a leg and an arm! Here are a few pics I just took along with a grouping of other USMC items of mine. sheaf has maker mark: USMC Boyt 43. Cheers, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Riot Earp Posted February 5, 2011 Share #22 Posted February 5, 2011 Be glad you didn't win eBay auction #200572993330, a modern Ka-Bar that has a starting bid of $500.00 U.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theorywolf Posted February 5, 2011 Author Share #23 Posted February 5, 2011 I'm glad too! Cheers, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaiboxer Posted February 10, 2011 Share #24 Posted February 10, 2011 I was thinking about the edge just above where the USMC is stamped. Looks like the metal almost cuts into the "C" in the USMC stamp...like it is filed down, but maybe the stamp is just a little high? Thanks guys for helping me see that this is, in fact, a WW II Kabar! Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaiboxer Posted February 10, 2011 Share #25 Posted February 10, 2011 I was thinking about the edge just above where the USMC is stamped. Looks like the metal almost cuts into the "C" in the USMC stamp...like it is filed down, but maybe the stamp is just a little high? Thanks guys for helping me see that this is, in fact, a WW II Kabar! Mike what are you referring too when you say the knife has been filed? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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