Original German WWII Wood Handle Trench Fighting Knife with Steel Boot Scabbard Sterling SMG 45-70 Government - 8 Groove

45-70 Government - 8 Groove Rifling

It still has remnants of the cloth ties used to attach it to a pole on the header

The style is typical of those used during both the Korean and Vietnam conflict

and acts as a buffer against the jar caused by repeated blows

Original German WWII Wood Handle Trench Fighting Knife with Steel Boot Scabbard Sterling SMG 45-70 Government - 8 GrooveOriginal Item: Only One Available. Fitted with a single edged drop point blade, this is an original fighting knife used by the Germans in WWI and then again in WWII. In nice used condition, this knife has a smooth wooden grip secured by three rivets. Grip scales are in good condition, with no cracks or major chips, and a nice color. The blade is full length on the bottom of the blade, while the top has a false edge. The blade has been used, but is