John Ek wanted to contribute to the American war effort during World War II. From his shop in Hamden, Connecticut, Ek built custom knives specifically for soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines. He even built a knife for the Commander-in-Chief, American President Franklin Roosevelt. Mr. Ek, who also employed disabled Americans, produced six models of knives beginning in 1941. He referred to these knives as “Ek Commando Knives” as they were purpose built for close quarter use that would become a hallmark of the US Marine Raiders, US Army Rangers, First Special Service Force, and Office of Strategic Services’ Operational Groups. To purchase an Ek Commando Knife one had to send in proof of military service. The knives were numbered and a log was kept to tie the number to the owner. Americans have carried Ek Commando Knives in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Iraq, and countless other locations in between. John Ek’s knives live on today through Ek Commando Knife as a testament to his ideas, skills, and unflinching patriotism.
This Aussie Bowie by EK Knives features a satin finished blade with sharpened top edge, .156" blade stock and 1.194" blade depth, full tang construction. Has stainless steel guard and walnut scales. Has a few light scratches, otherwise excellent condition with a drop leg and standard belt sheath. Comes in the OG box with all the OG accessories as well.
This is a pre owned knife. The knife pictured is the actual knife for sale
Specifications:
- Blade Length: 5.625
- Overall Length: 10.75
- Weight (oz): 7.7
- Knife Type: Auzzie Bowie
- Blade Details: Dagger, Spear Point
- Handle Material: Wood
Model: EKK-WD/10 po