Original German WWII Trench Knife with Boot Scabbard by E. & F. HÖRSTER MP 44 The main difference of the

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Original German WWII Trench Knife with Boot Scabbard by E. & F. HÖRSTER MP 44 The main difference of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of the rare German WWII boot knife with clip back steel scabbard. It is made in typical World War II "trench knife" style, with a 5 " drop point dagger blade and an overall length of 10 1 4 inches. The knife has contoured wooden grip scales, retained with three pins. The hilt has a small oval cross guard that is integral to the blade, and the ricasso is stamped with the maker E. & F.