USM3 Trench Knife
To begin with, the
USM3 knife Trench KnifeAmerican military combat knife first launched in March 1943. Designed for use by forces requiring a close-combat knife, such as airborne units and Army Rangers. In fact, these units were given priority for M3s at the start of production.
Production began in March 1943 and was completed in July 1944. The total number of M3s produced in this short space of time was around 2,590,240.
Distributed while stocks lasted. French army soldiers benefited from them for many years, as M3s took part in the fighting in Korea, Indochina and Algeria.
Initially fitted with an M6 scabbard, quickly abandoned in favor of the M8 scabbard.
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We offer a wide range of reproductions of historic weapons.
First and foremost,
- The reproduction of Camillus combat knife of the US Army.
- There is also the German dagger of the Reichsluftschutzbund (RLD) was the knife for junior staff.
- As well as the Garand M1 bayonet 1942 Pacific model with M3 scabbard
- And many more to discover in our online store!
A great gift idea for all lovers of historic weapons.
In conclusion, you can use this
USM3 Trench Knife for your historical re-enactments. But above all, it's a collector's item and a decoration.
How to care for your dagger blade
Collector's and decorative daggers are made and assembled in a simplified way. As their use is decorative, they lack the safety features required of a Japanese saber intended for training.
However, your
USM3 Trench Knife to a steel blade that needs to be maintained to prevent damage over time. As you expose your dagger, your friends will be curious to see the blade and touch it. This is where you need to be careful, as the acidity of your fingers is very harmful to steel, whatever its quality.
However, if this happens, don't panic, just use a cloth dampened with a little oil and wipe off any fingerprints. If you do this, your dagger will last a very long time.
