Original U.S. WWII Kinfolks 6 Inch Utility Knife with Correct “Kinfolks” Marked Belt Scabbard British Documents & Books The COLTS PATENT marking is

The COLTS PATENT marking is still visible on the left side of the frame

These were often given to the commanding officers by members of a Company or Platoon as a memento of their service during the war

Assembly number 596 is marked on rear-face of cylinder

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with Royal Dragoons and the Inniskillings Dragoons

Original U.S. WWII Kinfolks 6 Inch Utility Knife with Correct “Kinfolks” Marked Belt Scabbard British Documents & Books The COLTS PATENT marking isOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an attractive WWII utility knife that is in excellent condition and comes with its original leather belt scabbard. It was manufactured by Kinfolks Knife Company, which was one of several companies producing similar knives. During WWII, there was a high demand for fighting knives, especially in the Pacific theater. Since not all soldiers were issued these knives, the private market for them was thriving. This