Validation of authenticity and valuation

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11-11-2021, 12:39 PM
Trapper1873

Validation of authenticity and valuation

a super nice and original m-3 by R.C.CO and m-6 scabbard by Milsco. set rates excellent plus with the knife having no loose parts. grip washers are space and crack free and cross guard has the ordnance wheel stamped on the guard. factory edge blade retains 98-99% of its deep blue finish with very minimal scratches at the tip. clearly hallmarked blade is R.C.CO stamped. leather scabbard is supple with all stitching intact, no open seams or cuts in leather. clearly stamped U.S. M-6 MILSCO 1943 below the throat. grip strap works fine. this item is a super nice addition to a knife lovers collection.

For some reason I am not able to post the pics of this one but it is for sale from a member rudy05
11-11-2021, 12:50 PM
browningautorifle

Here, for simplicity sake let's just link your thread... https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=75493

As for the rest of your question, Rudy sells some very nice stuff and I have no doubt of it's originality. I also believe you'll find if you want an item this nice you'll pay that much.
11-11-2021, 01:05 PM
Trapper1873

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Originally Posted by browningautorifle

Here, for simplicity sake let's just link your thread... https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=75493

As for the rest of your question, Rudy sells some very nice stuff and I have no doubt of it's originality. I also believe you'll find if you want an item this nice you'll pay that much.

Thank you!
11-11-2021, 01:31 PM
USGI

I saw a similar M3 with the leather sheath at a large show in Portland at least 15 years ago. The price on the tag was a bit smudged and difficult to read - it looked like $190, so asked the seller if it was missing a 1 at the beginning ($1190)? I was wrong, it was missing a (0) at the end! That's the only U.S. M6 I've ever seen. - Bob
11-11-2021, 04:18 PM
browningautorifle

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Originally Posted by USGI

looked like $190, so asked the seller if it was missing a 1 at the beginning ($1190)? I was wrong, it was missing a (0) at the end!

You pay to play in this game...
11-11-2021, 07:37 PM
Trapper1873

I have about several in my collection, I just wanted to get some other opinions because the M6 color and condition threw up some red flags. I need better pics to tell, he is sending more so I can tell.
11-11-2021, 09:20 PM
browningautorifle

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Originally Posted by Trapper1873

need better pics to tell, he is sending more so I can tell.

Let us know and see after...love to see a full expose. He's had some sweet knives on for sale and I have to restrain myself...