Original U.S. WWII USMC Collins & Co. Legitimus No.18 Machete V44 Knife with Original Leather Scabbard Gun Parts We assume this example was

We assume this example was purchased early or pre-war

and is unbroken and slightly dry

It is similar to the ones worn in the film starring Brad Pitt

The red felt inner lining is present and in near perfect condition

It was the successor to the Mitsubishi G4M and given the Allied reporting name "Frances" or "Francis"

Original U.S. WWII USMC Collins & Co. Legitimus No.18 Machete V44 Knife with Original Leather Scabbard Gun Parts We assume this example wasOriginal Items: Only one available. These types of knives are extremely rare on today's market, especially ones outfitted with an original WWII scabbard! Made by Collins & Co. of Hartford, Conn, this is a LEGITIMUS model No. 18 V 44 type Machete. This Bowie style knife measures 14 inches long overall, with a 9 1 8 inch clip point blade. The blade is 2 inches wide at the widest point. It is offered in excellent condition complete with leather sheath.