The KA-BAR USMC Fighting/Utility Knife is more than a knife—it's a piece of American military history that has been serving U.S. Marines since 1942. Originally designed to meet the demands of World War II combat—when troops needed a knife that could fight, cut, dig, pry, and survive the worst conditions imaginable—the KA-BAR became the standard by which all combat knives are measured. Over 80 years later, this knife is still issued to Marines and remains the first choice of warfighters, outdoorsmen, and collectors worldwide.
FEATURES
- WEIGHT 0.7 lb
- BLADE LENGTH 7 inches
- High-Carbon 1095 steel
- SHAPE Clip Point Combo Plain/Serrated Edge
- OVERALL LENGTH 11.875 inches
- Leather Handle
- Leather sheath with EGA included
- Made in U.S.A.
The KA-BAR Legacy
The KA-BAR earned its legendary status on the battlefields of World War II, where it proved itself as both a deadly fighting knife and a versatile utility tool. Marines used it for everything from hand-to-hand combat to opening rations, digging foxholes, cutting wire, and processing firewood. The name "KA-BAR" itself comes from a fur trapper's letter describing how he used the knife to "kill a bear" when his rifle jammed—though the letter was partially illegible, and only "ka bar" could be read.
From the Pacific islands of WWII to the jungles of Vietnam, the deserts of Iraq, and the mountains of Afghanistan, the KA-BAR has been there. It's not just a tool—it's a symbol of the Marine Corps and the warriors who carry it.
Ideal For
- U.S. Marines (Active & Veterans) — Own a piece of Corps history
- Military Collectors — Authentic USMC-stamped production knife
- Outdoorsmen & Campers — Proven utility knife for field use
- Hunters — Processing game, campsite tasks
- Survivalists — Reliable fixed blade for emergency kits
- Knife Enthusiasts — The standard by which combat knives are measured