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 Co. As a testament to his ideas, skills, and unflinching patriotism. Ka-Bar is proud to be the living link between the TRADITION of John ek and the ek Commando knife company. Specifications: – overall length: 12.625″ – blade length: 6.625″ – blade width: 0.9375″ – bulk weight: 0.55 lb – handle: Walnut – blade stamp: Ka-Bar ek Commando knife Co – steel: 440c SS – thickness: 0.154″ – grind: flat – HRc: 55-58 – angle: 20 degree – sheath: leather