5.50″ blade of 0.25″ stock. The top cutting edge is sharpened. A straight oblong hilt of 0.25″ brass. Approximately 4.50″ durable Black Micarta finger grip handle. Extra-heavy 0.875″ wide tang extends through a channel in the handle, which is firmly fastened with epoxy. Wrist thong through brass ferrule in the handle.
This knife was designed to meet the demand for an almost indestructible all-purpose knife. Designed especially for aircrew survival and combat purposes in cooperation with U.S. Marine Corps Equipment Board.
Specifications:
This knife was designed to meet the demand for an almost indestructible all-purpose knife. Designed especially for aircrew survival and combat purposes in cooperation with U.S. Marine Corps Equipment Board.
Specifications:
- Model: Model 15-5 1/2" Airman
- Overall Length: 10.00"
- Blade Length: 5.50"
- Blade Steel: Stainless Steel
- Blade Style: Spearpoint
- Blade Finish: Polished
- Edge Type: Plain
- Handle Material: Micarta w/ Single Finger Grip
- Handle Color: Black
- Hilt Guard Material: Square Top Nickel Silver Guard
- Sheath: Model "C" Leather Sheath
- Weight: 10 Ounces
- Country of Origin: USA
Remark: Brand New.