Germany, Wehrmacht. A Close Combat Knife Archive plus Notes on Replacement Issues

plus Notes on Replacement Issues

in turn fastening into functional magnetic metal snap buckles

and patinated metal alloy

He was an Assistant Foreman in his civilian life before being inducted into the Army on January 23

number impressed "1465651" on the reverse

Germany, Wehrmacht. A Close Combat Knife Archive plus Notes on Replacement Issues(Kampfmesser). An extremely well preserved close combat knife, measuring 29 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 15 cm long, nickel plated, magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and lower edge. Unmasked, the blade emanates from an exposed tang with a handle grip consisting of two pieces of dark brown wood, secured in place with three magnetic metal rivets. The crossguard features a hooked quillon to protect the user