Gun Collectors Dream Auction #81 January 31st & Feb 1st

KA-BAR Olean, N.Y. Fixed Blade Fighting Knife with Stag Handle and Kydex Sheath

This auction ended on January 31, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $200 - $400

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $140

Description

This lot contains one KA-BAR Olean, N.Y. fixed blade fighting or utility knife, accompanied by a modern synthetic sheath. The knife features a large, heavy fixed blade with a recurve profile and a black protective coating. The ricasso is clearly marked KA-BAR OLEAN, N.Y. on one side and USA on the reverse. The handle is constructed from textured natural stag or antler material, secured by a single brass pin. It features a black metal crossguard. The accompanying accessory is a black synthetic Kydex-style sheath, fitted with multiple brass eyelets and a black nylon retention strap assembly featuring brass snaps. The design suggests a robust utility or fighting application.Overall Length: Approximately 14 inchesBlade Length: Approximately 8.5 inches
Condition: The knife exhibits moderate to heavy signs of use consistent with field carry and utility application. The black blade coating shows significant surface scratching and wear, particularly along the flats and near the cutting edge, where some coating loss is evident. The edge appears to have been sharpened. The stag handle is intact, showing natural texture and patina, with the securing pin remaining tight. The black metal crossguard shows minor finish loss. The synthetic sheath shows heavy external wear, scuffing, and dust accumulation, but remains structurally sound. We have not function-tested this item. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws regarding the possession of knives.


Condition report:

The knife exhibits moderate to heavy signs of use consistent with field carry and utility application. The black blade coating shows significant surface scratching and wear, particularly along the flats and near the cutting edge, where some coating loss is evident. The edge appears to have been sharpened. The stag handle is intact, showing natural texture and patina, with the securing pin remaining tight. The black metal crossguard shows minor finish loss. The synthetic sheath shows heavy external wear, scuffing, and dust accumulation, but remains structurally sound. We have not function-tested this item. It is the buyer\'s responsibility to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws regarding the possession of knives.