A true American made survivor!! This early Ka-Bar is in very good condition. These are hard to find in this shape. The jigged wood handle scales are just fantastic. Handle and guard are right and tight. Blade finish has a modest amount of shallow pitting..not uncommon with carbon steel of this age. The blade edge is abuse free. No nicks..no crazy grinder gouges. The sheath is original I believe do to the material and shape. Its in reasonably good shape for the age. Still pliable with no cracks or splits to speak of. Snap works and stitches are in great shape. Overall,a great knife for your collection.