{"title":"Europe-Germany-German Empire 1870-1918-Imperial Edged Weapons-Daggers \u0026 Bayonets","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"a-german-imperial-kreigsmarine-officers-miniature-dagger-g14791","title":"A German Imperial Kreigsmarine Officer's Miniature Dagger","description":"A German Imperial Kreigsmarine Officer's Miniature Dagger -  Letter opener measures 183 mm in length with the scabbard on, featuring a 127 mm silvered steel blade, magnetic, with unsharpened edges and a semi-sharp tip, the blade exhibiting overall surface wear, the opener measuring 177 mm and is without its washer. Hilt fittings in copper with a brass-coloured gilt, the crossguard with a tilted anchor insignia in the centre on both sides, the wooden handle painted black, the Imperial crown forming the pommel. The scabbard in copper with a brass-coloured gilt, featuring an ornate design complemented by brass dagger hanger rings, scabbard measuring 133 mm. Gilt wear evident on the opener's fitting and overall on the scabbard. Very fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46112053428501,"sku":"G14791","price":335.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/img_02_fd4c9a1c-105f-45e7-8037-aacf4ee9c35b.jpg?v=1692850843"},{"product_id":"a-german-imperial-kreigsmarine-officers-miniature-dagger-g14790","title":"A German Imperial Kreigsmarine Officer's Miniature Dagger","description":"A German Imperial Kreigsmarine Officer's Miniature Dagger - Letter opener measures 182 mm in length with the scabbard on, featuring a 131 mm silvered steel blade, magnetic, with unsharpened edges and a semi-sharp tip, the blade exhibiting light contact overall from active use, the opener measuring 177 mm. Most of the maroon felt washer remains intact. Hilt fittings in brass, the crossguard with a tilted anchor insignia in the centre on both sides, simulated wire wrap on the handle, the Imperial crown forming the pommel. The scabbard in brass, featuring an ornate design complemented by dagger hanger rings, scabbard measuring 135 mm. Extremely fine.","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46112055230741,"sku":"G14790","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/a_german_imperia_5453898227ea2.jpg?v=1692850860"},{"product_id":"a-fine-prussian-sword-portapee-g30422","title":"A Fine Prussian Sword Portapee","description":"German Imperial: Fabricated from gold-coloured bullion wire, in various textures, fine loops of gold-coloured bullion wire in the head, wrapped around a stiff frame, knot measuring 27 mm x 38 mm with a 25 mm stem, strands of gold-coloured bullion wire lacing the underlying black embroidery on the slider, attached to a 500 mm gold-coloured bullion wire and black embroidery wrapped cord, very light wear, extremely fine.\n  ","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46120273379605,"sku":"G30422","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/e_691_1.jpg?v=1692869115"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-an-unusual-imperial-dagger-c1916-g38322","title":"Germany, Imperial. An Unusual Imperial Dagger, C.1916","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Dolch). A German dagger measuring 400 mm in length with the scabbard on, it features a 237 mm nickel-plated steel (magnetic) blade, the obverse ricasso is engraved “DOUAI 1914\/16,” crossguard with quillon and pommel exhibiting light contact and wear, both plates of the grip are held in place by two rivets and central pins, accompanied by a metal (non-magnetic) and leather scabbard with frog stud, ball finial, single screw in the throat, in addition to a Bavarian portepee, and in overall fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: During the First World War, the 1st and 5th Bavarian Reserve Divisions were in and near Douai, France.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46125043876117,"sku":"G38322","price":540.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/c18-038355.jpg?v=1692880868"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-fighting-knife-g53867rl1","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Fighting Knife","description":"(Kampfmesser). A well-preserved Heer fighting knife, measuring 27.5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 16 cm-long magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and lower edge. The blade transitions in a hilt with an exposed tang and flattened crossguard, featuring a handle grip consisting of two pieces of brown wood, held together with three magnetic metal rivets. It is accompanied by its original scabbard, constructed of a magnetic metal shaft with a black leather hanger riveted to the reverse, perforated with two slits for belt attachment. Issues consistent with age and field use are evident, and include blunting and oxidation of the blade, loss of scabbard finish, and some fatigue to the leather hanger. The knife remains in a very fine condition.\n\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135507026197,"sku":"G53867.RL1","price":270.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/l22_mnc9899_460_1.jpg?v=1764024392"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-forestry-cutlass-g54072rl1","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Forestry Cutlass","description":"(Forstdienst Hirschfänger). A very well-preserved Forestry cutlass, measuring 55 cm in total length. It features a 41.5 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and lower edge. The blade bears double-sided, acid-etched designs featuring forest and hunting imagery, including a deer, hunter, rifles, and other equipment interspersed with arabesques. Unmarked, the blade sits securely within a multi-piece hilt with a gilded bronze crossguard presenting as two deer hooves, and with a clamshell medallion emanating from the obverse. The handle grip is composed of a single piece of polished staghorn, the obverse of which is inserted with a gilded bronze monogram of Kaiser Wilhelm II flanked by two oval medallions of identical construction. It completes with a flattened and ribbed pommel retaining a rounded nut to maintain the cutlass’ structural integrity. Minor tarnishing and running marks are evident to the blade, in addition to slight loosening of the pommel, but it remains in a near extremely fine condition.\n\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135528128789,"sku":"G54072.RL1","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/ai1_1571_1.jpg?v=1764025211"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-hunting-cutlass-by-peter-knecht-c-1846-g54054rl1","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Hunting Cutlass, By Peter Knecht, C. 1846","description":"(Hirschfänger). A well-preserved hunting cutlass, measuring 57.5 cm in total length. It features a 45 cm-long magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and edges. The lower third of the shaft features double-sided acid etched designs consisting of stags situated within forested imagery and arabesques, executed in exceptional detail. It features a double-sided maker’s mark of “P. KNECHT, SOLINGEN”, for the firm of Peter Knecht, with a date that appears to read “1846”. It sits securely within a multi-piece hilt consisting of a magnetic metal crossguard with a dark brown wooden handle grip, culminating in a magnetic metal pommel. The blade’s tip has been slightly blunted, with a consistent patina and some surface wear evident, in addition to some surface oxidation of the hilt’s metal features. This early example is in a very fine condition.\n\n","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135633674517,"sku":"G54054.RL1","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/ai1_3856_1.jpg?v=1764025253"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-rare-navy-officers-dress-dagger-with-damascus-blade-and-hanger-by-carl-eickhorn-m0490-62","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Rare Navy Officer’s Dress Dagger, with Damascus Blade and Hanger, by Carl Eickhorn","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eKaiserliche Marine Dolch für Offiziere mit Damastklinge und Gehänge\u003c\/em\u003e). A rare and extremely well-preserved Kaiserliche Marine (Imperial German Navy) Officer’s dress dagger, measuring 39.5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a stunning 25 cm-long magnetic Damascus steel blade featuring double-sided dual narrow fullers, a sharpened tip, and sharpened edges. The obverse bears a striking gilt inscription of FESTEN MUTH IN STURM UND GEFAHR” (“FIRM COURAGE IN STORM AND DANGER”), printed on a stylized banner which is interspersed with laurel branches. The reverse ricasso is maker marked with the classic mirrored squirrel logo of the firm of Carl Eickhorn, Solingen. It sits securely within a gilded bronze crossguard which bears double-sided central fouled anchors, with the seam covered by an intact red wool buffer pad. Inset into the reverse of the crossguard is a functional push-button release connecting to a clip white emanates from the ricasso. The handle grip consists of a single piece of ribbed off-white bone, with the ribbing retaining an original twisted and rolled wire cord. It completes with a pommel consisting of a gilded bronze German State Crown, screwing in to maintain the dagger’s structural integrity. The dagger is accompanied by its original scabbard, constructed of a dimpled and gilded magnetic metal scabbard. Two integral oak leaf bands set into the upper third retain loops for the accommodation of a hanger. The throat features a functional catch to lock onto the scabbard’s clip. Demonstrating only minor, age-appropriate tarnishing and patination of the metals, this superb and high-quality Officer’s dagger remains in an extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dagger is paired with a period hanger of three-piece composition. It consists of a black doeskin belt topped by a layer of black rayon, perforated on the reverse with eight eyelets reinforced with magnetic metal grommets. Each end features a gilt ring to loop the belt in place, with one end retaining a gilded bronze buckle consisting of a circular laurel leaf wreath, surrounding a central fouled anchor defaced by the monogram of Kaiser Wilhelm II. The belt is paired with two small straps of identical construction, adjusted with functional lion head buckles and completing at each end in a functional spring clip. Demonstrating minor oxidation and material fatigue to the metal and embroidered elements, respectively, this Officer’s dagger hanger remains in a near extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47806298620181,"sku":"M0490-62","price":5503.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC0720.jpg?v=1702655386"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-model-1898-bayonet-long-version-by-weyersberg-kirschbaum-cie-g59696","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Model 1898 Bayonet, Long Version, by Weyersberg, Kirschbaum \u0026 Cie","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eBajonett M1898\u003c\/em\u003e). A Heer (Army) Mode 1898 bayonet, measuring 67 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 53 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains sharpening to both the tip and lower edge. A fuller runs the majority of the length of the top edge of each side. The obverse ricasso is maker marked with the classic knight’s helmet logo of Weyersberg, Kirschbaum \u0026amp; Cie, Solingen. The blade sits securely within a nickel-plated magnetic steel hilt featuring a hooked quillon and insertion slot retaining a functional push-button spring release. Two pieces of ribbed brown wood compose the handle grip, and are fastened in place with dual magnetic metal rivets. Accompanying the bayonet is its original scabbard, constructed of a boiled and blackened leather shaft. Nickel-plated magnetic metal fixtures are secured to both the tip and throat with rivets, with a downward-pointing hook emanating from the latter for the accommodation of a frog. Issues consistent with age and field use are evidence, and include some running marks to the blade, loss of nickel to the plated fixtures, loosening of the scabbard caps, the loss of the throat cap rivet, and friction which renders full insertion of the bayonet into the scabbard impossible. This field-used example remains in a very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48862645944597,"sku":"G59696","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC6037_b4a2b89a-674a-40bd-adb1-8305c3bcd60d.jpg?v=1742927612"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-forestry-cutlass-g59877","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Forestry Cutlass","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eForstdienst Hirschfänger\u003c\/em\u003e). A well-preserved Forestry cutlass, measuring 64.5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 49 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory-original sharpening to the tip and lower edge. Acid-etched imagery is visible on both sides, with the obverse bearing a central crowned German national eagle surrounded by arabesque latticework, while the reverse bears a drum and standard flag similarly surrounded by identical latticework. The blade sits securely within a gilded brass crossguard with hooked quillons in the form of stylized acorns, and with a ribbed clamshell medallion. The handle grip consists of a single piece of curved and polished staghorn which culminates in a ribbed, oval, gilded brass pommel. Inset into the obverse of the handle is a bronze shield bearing an engraved owner’s monogram. Wrapped around the handle is a matching portepee, consisting of a stylized green threaded acorn suspended from a cord of identical construction. Accompanying the cutlass is its original scabbard, constructed of a blackened leather shaft with gilded brass fixtures secured to the tip and throat. The latter features a downward-pointing hook for the accommodation of a frog, while a functional catch within the throat holds the cutlass in place during storage. Minor issues consistent with age and wear are evident, and include some running marks to the blade and minor tarnishing to the brass fixtures. This Imperial-era example remains in an extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48903422640405,"sku":"G59877","price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC9114_9acc4b0c-688c-4c5c-9298-f637918d29e9.jpg?v=1756235166"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-an-imperial-navy-officers-dress-dagger-g61006","title":"Germany, Imperial. An Imperial Navy Officer’s Dress Dagger","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eKaiserliche Marine Dolch für Offiziere\u003c\/em\u003e). A well-preserved Imperial German Navy Officer’s dress dagger, measuring 40 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 24 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel dagger which retains factory-original sharpening to both the edges and tip. Dual narrow fullers run the majority of the length of each side of the blade, which also bears acid-etched imagery consisting of ships and anchors interspersed with arabesque latticework. It sits securely within a gilded brass crossguard which bears double-sided central fouled anchors, with the obverse insert with a functional push button connecting to a clip which emanates from the ricasso to release the scabbard lock. A single piece of ribbed, lacquered, and white painted wood composes the handle grip, with the ribbing retaining an original twisted and rolled bronze wire cord. The dagger culminates with a gilded bronze pommel in the form of a German State Crown, which screws in to maintain the dagger’s structural integrity. Wrapped around the crossguard is a matching portepee, consisting of a stylized silver aluminum wire acorn suspended from a cord of identical construction. Accompanying the dagger is its original scabbard constructed of a gilded bronze shaft. Two integral oak leaf bands situated just below the throat retain loops for the accommodation of a hanger. A functional catch within the throat firmly locks onto the blade’s clip. Issues consistent with age and wear are evident, and include running marks and minor tarnishing to the blade, some scratching of the handle grip, and material fatigue of the portepee. This late-period Imperial dagger remains in a better than very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49530778026261,"sku":"G61006","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_G61006_3.jpg?v=1766792703"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-combat-knife-by-gottlieb-hammesfahr-g61061","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Combat Knife, by Gottlieb Hammesfahr","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eKampfmesser\u003c\/em\u003e). A well-preserved Imperial German Army combat knife, measuring 29 cm in total length when inserted into the crossguard. It features a 15.5 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains period-original sharpening to both the tip and lower edge. The reverse ricasso bears a maker’s mark of “GOTTLIEB HAMMESFAHR, SOLINGEN FOCHE”, while the obverse bears the firm’s monogram logo. The blade is situated within a guard which retains a brown leather buffer pad, while the tans features a ribbed two-piece wooden handle grip, fastened together with dual rivets. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a black painted magnetic metal shaft. Riveted to the reverse of the shaft is a brown leather strap configured into a loop for belt suspension, and with an additional strap retaining a functional metal snap button to keep the handle fixed in position. An additional functional catch within the throat firmly holds the knife in place during storage. Minor issues consistent with age and field use are evident, and include some running marks to the blade and fatigue of the leather elements. It remains in an overall near extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49561956679957,"sku":"G61061","price":354.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_G61061_3.jpg?v=1764265965"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-sawback-trench-knife-by-fw-backhaus-g61390","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Sawback Trench Knife, by F.W. Backhaus","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eKampfmesser bzw. Grabendolch\u003c\/em\u003e). A well-preserved trench knife, measuring 28 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 16 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory-original sharpening to both the tip and lower edge, as well as sawback-style serration to the spine. The reverse bears a maker’s mark of “F.W. BACKHAUS, OHLIGS-SOLINGEN”. The blade is integrated into the ricasso, while the handle grip consists of two pieces of ribbed brown wood, fixed in position with dual metal rivets. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a toned magnetic metal shaft. Riveted to the reverse of the strap is a brown leather strap, retaining a non-functional button closure. Issues consistent with age and field use are evident, and include running marks and surface oxidation to the blade, loss of scabbard finish, and some fatigue of the leather strap. This interesting sawback knife remains in a better than very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49700542152981,"sku":"G61390","price":328.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_G61390_3.jpg?v=1768854986"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-trench-knife-with-knot-g61620","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Trench Knife, with Knot","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eHeer Kampfmesser mit Troddel\u003c\/em\u003e). A Heer trench knife, measuring 28.5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 14.5 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel, stiletto-style blade which retains factory-original sharpening to the edges and tip. Unmarked, the blade emanates from an integral tang, with the transition covered by an oblong crossguard, with two pieces of ribbed wood composing the handle grip. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a black painted magnetic metal shaft. Riveted to the reverse is a black leather strap which is configured into a loop for belt suspension, and which retains a functional snap button. Wrapped around the hanger is a period knot, consisting of a stylized embroidered acorn (executed in Prussian black and white, the latter substituted with silver-grey threading) suspended from a cord of identical construction. Issues consistent with age and field use are evident, and include some running marks and tarnishing to the blade, scratching of the handle, loss of paint to the scabbard, and some fatigue to the hanger and knot. This combat-used trench knife remains in a very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49771778539797,"sku":"G61620","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_G61620_2.jpg?v=1770998955"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-trench-knife-for-close-combat-by-hugo-koller-g61795","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Trench Knife for Close Combat, by Hugo Köller","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eKampfmesser sogenannt Grabendolch\u003c\/em\u003e). A well-preserved trench knife, measuring 28 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 15 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory-original sharpening to both the edges and tip. The reverse ricasso bears a maker’s mark of “HUGO KÖLLER, SOLINGEN”. The obverse is stamped with a depot\/acceptance mark. The blade features a wide crossguard which transitions into a hilt consisting of a magnetic metal tang with a handle grip formed by two pieces of ribbed dark brown wood, fastened in place with dual magnetic metal rivets. Stamped onto the obverse of the crossguard is a serial number or issue mark of “L72. B. 2. 28.”. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a toned magnetic metal shaft, riveted with a brown leather strap for belt suspension. A functional catch situated within the throat firmly holds the knife in place during storage. Some issues consistent with age and field use are evident, and include minor running marks and surface oxidation to the blade, scratching of the handle, surface oxidation to the scabbard shaft, and minor fatigue of the strap. This untouched example, produced by a noted manufacturer of combat blades, remains in a better than very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49787752448277,"sku":"G61795","price":264.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_G61795_3.jpg?v=1772639839"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-trench-knife-for-close-combat-by-clemen-jung-g61796","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Trench Knife for Close Combat, by Clemen \u0026 Jung","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eKampfmesser sogenannt Grabendolch\u003c\/em\u003e). A well-preserved trench knife, measuring 28.5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 14.5 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory-original sharpening to both the edges and tip. The reverse ricasso is maker marked with the logo of Clemen \u0026amp; Jung, Solingen. The blade features a wide crossguard which transitions into a hilt consisting of a magnetic metal tang with a handle grip formed by two pieces of ribbed dark brown wood, fastened in place with three magnetic metal rivets. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a black painted magnetic metal shaft, with the remnants of a blackened leather strap riveted to the back. A functional catch situated within the throat firmly holds the knife in place during storage. Issues consistent with age and field use are evident, and include running marks to the blade, scratching to the handle, loss of scabbard paint resulting in some surface oxidation, and extensive fatigue to the strap. This battle-worn close combat knife remains in a very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49787800453397,"sku":"G61796","price":336.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_G61796_2.jpg?v=1772639778"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-trench-knife-for-close-combat-by-robert-herder-g62399","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Trench Knife for Close Combat, by Robert Herder","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eKampfmesser sogenannt Grabendolch\u003c\/em\u003e). An owner-customized trench knife, measuring 27 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 15 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory-original sharpening to both the edges and tip. The reverse of the blade bears a maker’s mark of “ROBERT HEDER”, for the Solingen-based blade manufacturer, flanked by the firm’s windmill logo. The blade transitions into a tang which sits firmly within a two-piece lacquered dark brown wood handle with a ribbed grip. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a black painted magnetic metal shaft. A functional catch within the throat firmly holds the knife in place during storage. Issues consistent with field use and owner customization are evidence, and include pitting and tarnishing to the blade, deliberate removal of the crossguard, loss of scabbard paint resulting in surface oxidation, and the loss of the scabbard leather hanger with two rivet holes visible. This battle-tested combat knife remains in a very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49851353366805,"sku":"G62399","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_G62399_3.jpg?v=1775761441"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-fighting-knife-modified-for-close-combat-g62652","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Fighting Knife, Modified for Close Combat","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003e1. Weltkrieg Kampfmesser\/Grabendolch\u003c\/em\u003e). An interesting fighting knife, measuring 29 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 12.5 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which demonstrates extensive wartime shortening and sharpening by the operator to facilitate close combat in the field. It is unmarked with the exception of an acceptance stamp on the reverse ricasso. The blade sits within a crossguard and emanates from a tang with a handle grip composed of two pieces of ribbed brown wood, fastened in place with two magnetic metal rivets. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a black painted magnetic metal shaft. Riveted to the back is a brown leather strap which is fastened into a loop for belt suspension. A functional catch situated within the throat firmly holds the knife in place during storage. In addition to the cutting down of the blade, the knife demonstrates some chipping to the handle and loss of paint to the scabbard. This battlefield-tested knife remains in a very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49893663113493,"sku":"G62652","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/aOSi7u3WotkBBAhXjOuSj6K5yjxsbwIl31KWaBGn.jpg?v=1778182707"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-trench-knife-for-close-combat-by-gottlieb-hammesfahr-g62704","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Trench Knife for Close Combat, by Gottlieb Hammesfahr","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003e1. Weltkrieg Kampfmesser bzw. Grabendolch\u003c\/em\u003e). An extremely well-preserved trench knife for close combat, measuring 29 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 15 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory-original sharpening to both the tip and lower edge. The obverse ricasso bears a maker’s mark of “GOTTLIEB HAMMESFAHR, SOLINGEN-FOCHE”, while the reverse ricasso is stamped with an acceptance mark. The blade sits within a magnetic metal crossguard and tang, with an intact blackened leather buffer pad covering the seam of the former. Two pieces of ribbed and blackened wood compose the handle grip, and are fastened in place with dual magnetic metal rivets. Accompanying the knife is its original scabbard, constructed of a magnetic steel shaft. A leather strap is riveted to the reverse, retains a functional metal snap button to hold the knife in position, and is fashioned into a loop for belt suspension. The knife demonstrates minor issues consistent with age and field use, including some surface oxidation to the blade and scabbard, but this formidable close combat weapon remains in a near extremely fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49907025281301,"sku":"G62704","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/v7pP2atcIS44WhChAHwfRq34PBV8ADX5Dwzt0Ujk.jpg?v=1778784554"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-a-crank-handle-combination-bayonet-and-fighting-knife-by-deutsche-maschinenfabrik-ag-g62705","title":"Germany, Imperial. A Crank Handle Combination Bayonet and Fighting Knife, by Deutsche Maschinenfabrik AG","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eDEMAG Kampfmesser bzw. Grabendolch\u003c\/em\u003e). A well-preserved wartime crank handle combination bayonet and fighting knife, measuring 28 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 15 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory-original sharpening to the edges and tip. The obverse ricasso is marked with the “DEMAG” logo of Deutsche Maschinenfabrik AG, Duisburg. The blade sits securely within a magnetic metal crossguard perforated with an eyelet. It transitions into a curved magnetic metal handle grip with eight rivets, with a hollow insertion slot set into the pommel, itself retaining a functional push-button spring release. Accompanying the weapon is its original scabbard, constructed of a magnetic metal shaft. A blackened leather strap is riveted to the reverse, retaining a functional snap button, while the main section of the strap has separated from its lower rivet, preventing belt suspension as intended. Issues consistent with age and field use are evident, and include surface oxidation throughout the base metal of all components, as well as fatigue to the strap. This wartime combination bayonet and fighting knife, demonstrating Germany’s battlefield ingenuity, remains in a very fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49907125715221,"sku":"G62705","price":405.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/05i4mxEqqjvO7MkIyfLBnwmk3IkNIex9yEV1S5im.jpg?v=1778784799"},{"product_id":"germany-imperial-an-m1898-bayonet-by-simson-co-g62926","title":"Germany, Imperial. An M1898 Bayonet, by Simson \u0026 Co.","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eHeer Bajonett M1898\u003c\/em\u003e). An extremely well-preserved M1898 bayonet, measuring 68 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 52.5 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade which retains unspoiled factory-original sharpening to the tip. A wide fuller runs the majority of the length of each side of the blade. Stamped onto the obverse ricasso is a maker’s mark of “SIMSON \u0026amp; SO., SUHL”. Otherwise unmarked, it sits securely within a multi-piece hilt featuring a crossguard with a hooked quillon, itself stamped with an issue number of “31532”. A hooked pommel has a hollow insertion slot which retains a fully-functional push-button spring release. Two pieces of ribbed brown wood compose the handle grip, and are fixed in place with dual magnetic metal rivets. The bayonet is accompanied by its original scabbard, constructed of a boiled and blackened leather shaft. Nickel-plated magnetic metal fixtures are secured to both the tip and throat. A downward-pointing hook emanates from the latter for the accommodation of a frog, and is stamped with a matching issue number of “31532”. The throat retains a functional catch to hold the bayonet in place during storage. Demonstrating only minor signs of wear and fatigue consistent with age and field use, this matching set, intended for use on the Mauser Gewehr 98, remains in a near extremely fine condition. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49940696269077,"sku":"G62926","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/qrsoOznjTmyoZKveqzjJTC9tSP2qI9DSFtpoie7n.jpg?v=1780411417"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.emedals.com\/collections\/europe-germany-german-empire-1870-1918-imperial-edged-weapons-daggers-bayonets.oembed?page=2","provider":"eMedals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}