Original U.S. WWII Blade Marked M3 Fighting Knife by Camillus with 1943 Dated M6 Scabbard by L&C Category_Martini-Henry Accessories which would soon be replaced

which would soon be replaced by galvanized steel liner bands

the "Naval Engagement Scene" is still well retained at about 60%

and Germany surrendered five days later

with a steel cross guard marked with serial number 206690

which tended to rust quickly and lose their edge when bent

Original U.S. WWII Blade Marked M3 Fighting Knife by Camillus with 1943 Dated M6 Scabbard by L&C Category_Martini-Henry Accessories which would soon be replacedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fine condition WWII M3 U. S. fighting knife, made by the desirable maker, Camillus. With the marking on the blade, this is the more desirable "2nd Pattern", which was replaced quickly by the 3rd pattern with markings on the crossguard. It comes complete in a correct 1943 dated M6 leather belt scabbard, which is in great shape. These fighting knives were preferred by American infantry during World War Two