Original U.S. WWII EK Model 1 Fighting Knife Serial K640 by John Ek of Hamden, Conn. with Custom Sheath - Excellent Condition 17th Century There is an extremely faded

There is an extremely faded nametag on the cuff style collar with only a few letters being able to be read

Ed broke his leg and was assigned to guarding equipment

The "Star" above the shield indicates that they were a "Senior" level pilot

Featuring a rayon moire material white circle with a black multi-piece Swas (Hook Cross) patch

Cold War era U

Original U.S. WWII EK Model 1 Fighting Knife Serial K640 by John Ek of Hamden, Conn. with Custom Sheath - Excellent Condition 17th Century There is an extremely fadedOriginal Item: Only One Available. During World War II, John Ek started manufacturing knives for American soldiers. He was committed to providing high quality combat knives to those who needed them the most. He took great care to ensure that all the knives he produced went to active military personnel. Additionally, he employed people with physical disabilities to make the knives. This practice started in 1941 when he hired 40 individuals with