Ka-Bar Short USMC Military Knife
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A downsized edition of the legendary Ka-Bar 1217 knife, featuring a more compact profile at 3/4 the size of the standard model.
Crafted from a single piece of premium 1095 Cro-Van carbon steel, the knife sports a satin blade with a classic Clip Point design and a subtle fuller, finished with a black powder-coated, anti-reflective layer.
A steel crossguard adds protection, preventing hand slippage onto the blade. For the grip, compressed buffalo leather discs are used to create a durable handle.
A brown leather sheath, embossed with "USMC", is provided.
Technical data
Blade length: 133 mm
Steel: 1095 Cro-Van, 56-58 HRC
Handle: leather
Total length: 239 mm
Weight: 179 g
Manufacturer: Ka-Bar, USA
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Ka-Bar is a brand whose history dates back to the late 19th century, and which gained real fame during World War II, when the Fighting Utility model was officially adopted by the US Marine Corps. The durable and versatile knife quickly became legendary, proving itself both in combat and in the daily tasks of soldiers. The name Ka-Bar itself comes from the 1920s, when a trapper described in a letter how he managed to “kill a bear” with a Union Cutlery knife. In 1952, wanting to emphasize the power of this symbol, the company officially changed its name to Ka-Bar Knives Inc., and its products are still considered a model of reliability today. An important chapter in the brand's history is also its collaboration with Ethan Becker, which resulted in the Becker series, highly valued by users, combining practical solutions with a modern approach to knife design.
| Type | Fixed blade |
|---|---|
| Style | Military-tactical |
| Blade length | 133 mm |
| Blade thickness | mm |
| Blade profile | Clip-Point |
| Blade edge | Plain |
| Blunt resistance | Good |
| Corrosion resistance | Low |
| Lock type | Fixed blade |
| Overall length | 239 mm |
| Blade material | 1095 Cro-Van |
| Opening method | Fixed blade |
| Handle | Leather |
| Clip for carrying | No |
| Holster included | Yes |
| Weight | 179 g |
| EAN | 617717212505 |
| Manufacturer code | 1987 |
| Brand | Ka-Bar |
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