RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE “KINFOLKS” WWII US AIR CORPS V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.

This is an extremely fine orig example of a rare, original and authentic example of a highly faked knife measuring 14-1/2″ overall with 9-5/8″ Bowie blade marked “KINFOLKS / INC” with black composite grip retained by 3 aluminum rivets. Knife is accompanied by orig brown leather scabbard. You cannot find a finer example. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Blade retains virtually all its orig polish and luster with some light staining. Brass cross guard is smooth with small area of verdigris. Brown leather scabbard is also fine with light folding at tip. 52332-213 JS (300-500) – Lot 2280

Auction: Firearms - October 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2280	$690.00	RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE “KINFOLKS” WWII US AIR CORPS V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE. This is an extremely fine orig example of a rare, original and authentic example of a highly faked knife measuring 14-1/2″ overall with 9-5/8″ Bowie blade marked “KINFOLKS / INC” with black composite grip retained by 3 aluminum rivets. Knife is accompanied by orig brown leather scabbard. You cannot find a finer example. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Blade retains virtually all its orig polish and luster with some light staining. Brass cross guard is smooth with small area of verdigris. Brown leather scabbard is also fine with light folding at tip. 52332-213 JS (300-500) – Lot 2280 Auction: Firearms - October 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE “KINFOLKS” WWII US AIR CORPS V-44 SURVIVAL KNIFE.