WW1/WW2 German Combat SS Marked Boot knife By Gottlieb Hammesfahr Solingen-Foche (Original)

SKU: GERMAN SS BOOT KINFE 

Original/Reproduction: Original

Availability: In-stock

Manufacturer: Imperial/Gottlieb Hammesfahr Solingen-Foche

Size / Dimensions: 6" blade

Materials / Construction: Nine groove wooden handle, Double-edged steel blade

Condition: Very Good/97%

PRICE: $500.00

Seller Type: WW2C

Seller ID: JMW

Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.

Description

An original WW1 & WW2 German SS Close Combat Boot Knife By Gottlieb Hammesfahr Solingen-Foche. The blade and the ricasso is marked with the imperial crown inspection mark on one side, and the other side is marked Gottlieb Hammesfahr, Solingen which measures 153mm (6 inches). The wooden handle grip has nine diagonal carved grooves, complete with two brass rivets. The fighting knife is complete with the original scabbard with a leather belt loop riveted, with a press stud fastener.

History

The World War I & II German Trench Boot Knife, also known as the "Boot Dagger," was a type of dagger issued to German soldiers during World War II. It was designed to be carried in the boot and could serve as a last-ditch self-defense weapon. These knives were not standardized and came in various designs, but they typically featured a single-edged blade with a handle designed for gripping.

The scabbard for the trench boot knife was designed to attach to the soldier's boot or leg, allowing for easy carrying and quick access. The scabbard often had straps or loops to secure it in place, and the design varied depending on the manufacturer and specific model.

These trench boot knives were not limited to German soldiers; similar types of knives were used by soldiers from other nations as well. They were intended for close combat and self-defense situations when firearms were not readily available or practical.