A.G. Russell Knives

For the past 20 to 40 years Ka-Bar has been in the hands of the world's largest key maker. Alcas, the current owner is dedicated to restoring the Ka-Bar name to the high position it once held in the American Knife World. The Ka-Bar reputation depended on the U.S.M.C. combat knives, which were also made by many knife companies in WWII. The Ka-Bar reputation was so strong that all the knives of this type became referred to by the name Ka-Bar. The new owners have begun to update the knives with new materials and new designs meant to enhance the image. They are continuing the original U.S.M.C., and are introducing several updated versions. They have added the option of a partially serrated blade on the Short Ka-Bar ,and a U.S.A. tang and sheath stamp in the place of the U.S.M.C. stamp on the original model.

The blades are high-carbon 1095 tool steel coated with a black epoxy powder, with carbon steel guard and powder metal butt caps. The original and the 3/4 version are available only with the long time standard leather sheath known to three generations of Marines. A very modern Kydex® hard service sheath is available separately.

These serrations cut better than any I have ever seen. They do not look as fierce as the more common types, but they will out cut any I have used. The difference is, these cut most others tear. Still made in the U.S.A. Suggested retail $83.60.

Short Ka-Bar® U.S.M.C. - Plain Edge - Leather Sheath

3/4 Version U.S.M.C. Fighting/Utility Knife This version was brand new in 1999. 5-1/4" black powder coated blade of 1095 at 56-58 Rc., leather handle steel, butt and guard, leather sheath. Weighs 8.0 oz.

Short Ka-Bar® U.S.M.C. - Combo Edge - Leather Sheath

Ka-Bar® U.S.A. plain edge

Ka-Bar® Black U.S.M.C. Fighting/Utility Knife leather sheath

This knife is the Ka-Bar U.S.M.C. modernized. The oval shaped handle is formed of Kraton G® thermoplastic. The blade is made of 1095 high carbon tool steel, with the blade, butt cap and guard being epoxy powder coated for stealth and corrosion resistance. 7" blade of 1095 at 56-58 Rc, black powder coated, Kraton G® handle, steel butt and guard. Suggested retail $83.60.