Original U.S. WWII New Old Stock M3 Fighting Knife Blade Marked by PAL with 1943 Dated M6 Scabbard by Barnwood Russian/Soviet Militaria Remainder of jacket is nicely

Remainder of jacket is nicely lined

and also are correct for MkII Short Lever rifles with the S-X (Strengthened Extractor) mark on the front of the receiver

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We were unfortunately not able to decipher the name of the specific smith

It can hold its form under extreme heats

Original U.S. WWII New Old Stock M3 Fighting Knife Blade Marked by PAL with 1943 Dated M6 Scabbard by Barnwood Russian/Soviet Militaria Remainder of jacket is nicelyOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a stunning NEW OLD STOCK condition WWII M3 U. S. fighting knife, made by the desirable maker, PAL Cutlery. 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 also in near mint condition. A collector cannot upgrade from this M3 knife.