KA-BAR - melee and throwable
⚪ Last updated 2012⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 4.6% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #213 of 220 Weapons mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
+++DESCRIPTION+++
This mod adds in a KA-BAR as well as a throwing KA-BAR. It comes with unique static and sound entries, as well as having it added to the appropriate perk, holdout, repair, vendor, and leveled lists.
As well, two recipes have been included to allow for easy conversion of a normal melee KA-BAR to be \'converted\' into a throwing KA-BAR and the reverse.
They can be found by Doc Mitchell\'s vase near his fireplace.
+++COMPATIBILITY+++
This mod should not conflict with any other mod.
+++KNOWN ISSUES+++
None known.
+++INSTALLATION+++
Copy/extract the archive into your Data folder and check the esp off in your data loader.
+++UNINSTALLATION+++
Remove the contents of the archive from your Data folder.
+++Credits+++
Millenia for creating the model Kimono for creating the texture MediocrityGoggles for finetuning the mesh in game Naky for screwing up everything else
+++License+++
Do not edit or redistribute without explicit permission from Millenia and Kimono.
A high-quality, standalone KA-BAR combat knife for Fallout: New Vegas, crafted entirely from scratch. It's a melee weapon and can also be thrown. With over 3,000 endorsements and 67,000 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking a realistic and well-made knife addition.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with over 3,000 endorsements and 67k downloads — clearly a must-have for knife lovers.
- From scratch model means no reused assets — you get a unique, high-quality blade.
- Dual functionality as melee and throwable adds tactical options in combat.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2012 — over a decade old, so compatibility with modern mod setups might be an issue.
- Requires Fallout: New Vegas, so not for players on other platforms.
For Fallout: New Vegas players who want a realistic, high-quality combat knife that can also be thrown. If you're a melee build or just like collecting well-made weapons, this is a solid pick. Skip if you're looking for gameplay overhauls or modern updates.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since it's a standalone weapon, it should appear in the world or via console — check the mod's forum for exact location if you can't find it.
- If you're using a mod manager, let it handle the file placement to avoid conflicts.
- Make sure you have the latest New Vegas patch installed to avoid any old mod compatibility hiccups.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- New Vegas Mods
- Author
- Millenia - Kimono - Naky - MG
- Version
- 1.1
- Downloads
- 67,428
- Endorsements
- 3,079
- Category
- Weapons
- Created
- 11/4/2012
- Updated
- 11/4/2012
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