Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very interesting example of the rarely seen Austo-Hungarian WWI Fighting Knife, complete with its original scabbard and ersatz canvas belt loop. These fighting knives were issued to troops of the Austro-Hungarian Empire who fought alongside Germany during WWI. After WWI many were re-used by Italian troops through to the end of WWII. This example was manufactured by Wlaszlovits Stoćsz as is marked on the ricasso, and the blade of this example has been heavily modified to resemble that of a Bowie knife.
The knife is 12¼ inches overall, with a 7⅜ inch modified Bowie-style blade, which has a clip point and small recess near the ricasso. Offered in very good used condition, the knife shows some wear and oxidation, so it definitely saw some use after its alteration. It also has the classic Austro-Hungarian wood grip panels secured by three pins, which have a lovely color.
The knife comes in a genuine rolled steel WWI scabbard with an ersatz canvas belt loop on the rear. Originally painted gray, the scabbard still has about 30% of the paint retained, with areas of light oxidation.
A very good example for display in any quality Great War edged weapon collection.
Specifications:
Blade Length: 7⅜"
Blade Style: Single Edged Bowie with Clip Point & Recess
Overall length: 12¼“
Scabbard Length: 9 1/8"
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