Germany, Imperial. A Crank Handle Combination Bayonet and Fighting Knife, by Deutsche Maschinenfabrik AG

(DEMAG Kampfmesser bzw. Grabendolch). 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.