Machete, WWII US Folding Type A-1 Imperial Knife for auction. WWII US Folding Machete Type A-1 Imperial Knife. Army Air Force Survival Knife manufactured by Imperial Knife Co. Providence RI. Adopted by the US Military in 1942 for the B-4 emergency bail out kit usually attached to the parachute harness. The handle is made from black (what appears to be Bakelite) plastic. The rest of the machete. The Imperial is an improvement over the three WW2 machetes. Better grip, intrical folding blade guard, leather scabbard with a sharpening stone stored in an inside pocket. The WW2 machete's all came with a sheet metal blade guard, that could easily be lost, and were only intended to be carried inside of the B2 kit. The item “US WW II Imperial Army Air Force Survival Machete Knife -Folding/Military -WW2″ is in sale since Wednesday, February 21, 2018. This item is in the category “Collectibles Militaria WW II (1939-45) Original Period Items United States Edged Weapons”. SOLD Archive Area - Packs Pouches Belts web gear m-36 suspenders and More.
This Lovely example was made by Cattaraugus,One of the 3 makers of the WWII model folding machete. All three are nearly identical to each other.These machetes all came with a sheet metal blade guard, that could easily be lost, and were only intended to be carried inside of the B2 kit for Downed Pilots. The blade is a high carbon steel and holds an especially sharp edge.I accidentally cut myself while removing the blade guard.so I have a new respect for the items I am so fond of.The grips have some minor scrapes and scratches but are intact and have a nice patina and the blade shows some darkening due to the High carbon content of the steel,This would clean up nicely should the new owner choose to restore this wonderful piece..I rarely run across U.S. Militaria anymore,Which I feel a little better about because it tells me that the next generation is giving our Vets the respect they have always deserved.A beautiful and very functional piece! When WWII began, Cattaraugus ceased their regular production and began making knives exclusively for the military. During this time, the company was honored with an “E” for excellence in production from both the Army and Navy. Their military knives were among the best. Some knives that were made during this time include the 225Q Commando knife, the folding machete, and several others. I will list a few below:
225Q
Wwii Imperial Folding Machete
This knife was Cattaraugus’ most produced knife during the second world war. It is a 10 3/8″ fixed blade knife that collectors sometimes refer to as a Commando or WWII fighting knife. They have leather washer handles and a high carbon steel blade. The knife never really seen much active combat as most were issued to the Navy for opening crates.
WWII Folding Machete
Ww2 Folding Imperial Machete Sales List
This machete was a very popular WWII item and was one of Cattaraugus’ largest productions during the war. They measure 11 1/2″ closed, have black plastic handles, and black metal guards that cover the front of the blade when closed. They generally sell for close to $200 when in near mint condition.
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