Vintage John Ek / Ek Commando Model 5 Bowie Fighting Knife – Richmond Era
Original vintage Ek Commando fixed-blade knife dating to the Richmond, Virginia production era, approximately1982–1991.
This example features the classicModel 5 Bowie-style single-edge blade with crossguard, brass guard, OD green parachute-cord wrapped handle, extended tang with lanyard, and matching green web sheath.
The blade bears the classic Ek emblem marked“Korea / World War II / Vietnam – Ek – 1941 – Commando.”
According to Ek\'s historical identification information, knives carrying the lower“COMMANDO”banner date to Richmond production from 1982 through 1991. Ek identifies the Model 5 as its Bowie-blade configuration with crossguard.
Condition:Very good vintage condition overall. Blade retains a very attractive finish and edge. There are light scratches/handling marks visible on the blade consistent with age and storage. Brass guard shows normal age/patina. OD green cord wrapping remains tight and in very good condition. Matching green web sheath is included and also presents very well.
Please examine all photographs closely for exact condition. Photos are of the actual knife being sold and form part of the description.
Includesknife, matching sheath and attached lanyard only. No box or paperwork.
Vintage American-made Ek Commando knives have become increasingly collectible, and this is a particularly nice example of the classic cord-wrapped Model 5 configuration.
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