Original U.S. WWII 1944 M3 Imperial Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard Japanese Military Maps and the use of paper

and the use of paper cartridges enabled faster re-loading

which matches the partial serial number stamped onto the cylinder (25)

though the stitching holding it on is rotted out in some areas

often abbreviated BIZ

The sword is in very good condition

Original U.S. WWII 1944 M3 Imperial Fighting Knife with Leather Scabbard Japanese Military Maps and the use of paperOriginal Item: Only One Available. A fine WWII 1944 manufactured Mark 3 U. S. fighting knife with the guard lightly stamped, U. S. M3 IMPERIAL. The blade is in very good condition free of nicks with minor pitting. The handle and stacked leather grip are in very good condition. The original leather scabbard is supple and strong. This is the third version manufactured in 1944. Dimensions: Blade Length: 6 Total Length: 11 Scabbard Length: 12 The M3