KA-BAR 1218 USMC Fighting Utility Knife Fixed (7 Inch 1095 Cro-Van Black Combo Blade) Leather Handle + Leather Sheath 2-1218-5

The most famous fixed blade knife in the World - "the KA-BAR" - was designed to serve our troops during World War II and is still doing its job, with honors, nearly 70 years later.

Features Ka-Bar's famous oval shaped leather handles. The blade is made of 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.

Ka-Bar Knives - 1218 Specifications:

• Overall Length:
  11.875 in.
• Blade Length:
  7.00 in.
• Blade Thickness:
  0.17 in.
• Blade Material:
  1095 Cro-Van
• Blade Hardness:
  56-58 HRC
• Blade Style:
  Clip Point Bowie
• Blade Grind:
  Flat Ground
• Blade Finish:
  Black Epoxy Powdercoat and USMC Stamp
• Edge Type:
  ComboEdge
• Handle Length:
  4.875 in.
• Handle Material:
  Leather
• Handle Color:
  Brown
• Weight:
  11.20 oz.
• Carry Method:
  Leather Sheath
• Knife Type:
  Fixed Blade
• Brand:
  Ka-Bar
• Model:
  USMC Fighting Knife
• Model Number:
  1218
• Origin:
  Knife Made in USA, Leather Sheath Made in Mexico

Note, this item is also available exclusively for government NSN orders. Includes fabric MOLLE attachment and leather sheath. Please call Oso Grande customer service and reference NSN: 1095-01-581-9100 KNIFE-COMBAT (KA-BAR #1217G)