The Morey MK 1 knife is a combat knife designed in 1991 by Chuck Morey, who was serving in the US Navy at the time. It was the only combat knife manufactured in the Persian Gulf for use in Operation Desert Storm. Only 500 were produced and by the time they were complete fighting had ended. Specifications The Morey MK 1 measures 11 inches (27.94 cm) in overall length, and features a 5 7/8 inch long (14.923 cm) blade with a thickness of 3/16 inches (0.476 cm). The blade, which is made of stainless steel, is double-edged, and has a deep fuller grind on each side. The words “Morey MK 1” are deeply stamped into the ricasso, while the letter “M” is cast into the center of the knife’s composite handle. Three groves run down the knife’s handle. The butt of the handle features a hole for tying a lanyard.
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