The Woodman's Pal 284 Premium Model Woodman’s Pal® did not and still does not go unnoticed by the U.S. Military. In 1941 this tool was issued as the LC-14-B which consisted of the complete unit including the tool, a military spec olive green canvas sheath, two-grit round honing stone, and reprinted how to use and survival manuals. This set was standard issued from the beginning part of World War II through Desert Storm. G.I.’s and the U.S. Army Signal Corp relied depended on the Woodman’s Pal for land clearing operations. During the Vietnam War, the Woodman’s Pal was designated as the “Survival Tool, Type IV” and was issued in air crew survival kits.

Collection includes:

• 284 Premium Military Style
• Green Canvas Sheath
• The Manuals
• Round Two-Grit Honing Stone

284 Premium Military Style

The Military Premium model is Woodman's Pal most impressive product. Since 1941 it has been manufactured in the USA. The cutting edge of this blade cuts branches up to 1 1/2" in diameter with one stroke. Its distinctive sickle hook slices through thick vines and briars, and eliminates unwanted growth on the ground. The high carbon steel blade has been toughened to Rockwell C47, giving it power for cutting, keeping its edge and flexibility in cold weather.

• 16 1/2 inches overall length
• 10 1/2 inch high carbon steel blade
• Military style soft leather grip handle with steel knuckle protector
• Handle stays cool during the summer and warm during the winter
• Rockwell C47 rating
• Made in USA

Green Canvas Sheath

During World War II this was standard issue for the Signal Corps.  The branch insignia includes two signal flags, with a center staff and flaming torch, which are a symbol of signaling or communications.  Military spec olive green with brass zippered closure and belt loop for attaching to your belt.

• True vintage military design
• Branch insignia contains two signal flag
• Center staff with flaming torch
• Insignia “Pro Patria Vigilans” means “Vigilance for Country” in Latin
• Heavyweight canvas
• Zippered closure
• Two interior pockets

The Manuals

The original 1942 manual reprints, these manuals were issued with each Woodman’s Pal® during the 1940’s in combat. They provide important information on an assortment of topics as they relate to the Woodman’s Pal®  and contain the wording and artwork from the original manuals printed in 1942.

• Original 1942 manual reprints
• Each manual provides valuable information
• Topics include:
  - Care, Use & Sharpening
  - Living in the Jungle
  - Survival Tool Kit Airman’s
  - Fighting with USA Knife LC-14-B
• 2 3/4" x 4 1/4" each
• Set of four manuals

Round Two-Grit Honing Stone

Electro-Silicon carbide, intended to put a sharp edge to the Woodman’s Pal® rapidly. Furnace fused, it cuts quickest when soaking wet with water, smoothest when used with a little bit of oil. Use the one side to grind and form damaged edges, and the other is used to sharpen and “finish” the edges. Avoid glazing of the stone by flushing off steel shavings while honing.

• Electro-Silicon carbide
• Furnace fused
• Wet to cut quickly
• Use oil to smooth
• One side grinds and shapes damaged edges
• One side hones and “finishes” edges

Shipping Note: Shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, and APO addresses is not available for this item. In addition, due to local New York restrictions, we are unable to ship this product to certain Zip Codes. Please see a list of the restricted Zip Codes here.

Warranty: Lifetime Woodman's Pal