Original U.S. WWII Blade Marked M3 Fighting Knife by Camillus with 1943 Dated M6 Scabbard by L&C Category_Martini-Henry Accessories which tended to rust quickly

which tended to rust quickly and lose their edge when bent

is for Department of Pension and Health

as well as that of the rosette surrounded by the wreath

which would soon be replaced by galvanized steel liner bands

Original U.S. WWII Blade Marked M3 Fighting Knife by Camillus with 1943 Dated M6 Scabbard by L&C Category_Martini-Henry Accessories which tended to rust quicklyOriginal 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