USA • 1942
KA-BAR is an American knife manufacturer founded in 1898 and best known for the USMC fighting/utility knife adopted during World War II. The company produces fixed blades, folding knives, and tactical tools for military, outdoor, and everyday use. KA-BAR focuses on durable construction, practical blade shapes, and high-carbon steel options, with core manufacturing based in the United States. The brand maintains long-standing military associations while offering civilian models built on the same functional principles.