Original U.S. Vietnam War USMC Fighting Knuckle Knife & Binder Grouping - Sgt. Richard G. Duran - 26th Marines Antique Handguns Several improved versions followed (see

Several improved versions followed (see below) before the production of the type ended in September 1944

We have very rarely had examples constructed using parts of an original receiver

with wear and powder burn

Unlike the Horse Guards who wore blue tunics

Original U.S. Vietnam War USMC Fighting Knuckle Knife & Binder Grouping - Sgt. Richard G. Duran - 26th Marines Antique Handguns Several improved versions followed (seeOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is a tremendous fighting knife grouping belonging to Sergeant Richard G. Duran, Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment. The group includes Durans gorgeous personalized KA BAR Fighting knife which has been modified with a knuckle handguard as well as Durans unit & personal information. The knife comes in its original scabbard along with Durans dog tags, insignia, and a binder full of reproduced photographs