Original WWI Austro-Hungarian Fighting Knife by Zeitler with Steel Scabbard

Item DescriptionOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the rarely seen Austo-Hungarian WWI Fighting Knife, complete with its original scabbard. 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.The knife is 13 inches overall, with a 8 1/4 inch spear-point blade, which has a full-length bottom edge, with a 3 inch false edge on the top. There is a maker mark Z engraved on the ricasso, which is thought to denote Zeitler, but this is only a guess as indicated by forums. Offered in very good used condition, the knife shows some wear and oxidation, but also a lot of the original factory grinding marks. It also has the classic Austro-Hungarian wood grip panels secured by three pins, which have a lovely color and some carvings on one side.The knife comes in a genuine rolled steel WWI scabbard with two loops for a belt loop. Originally painted gray, the scabbard still has about 90% of the paint retained, with areas of scuffing.A very good example for display in any quality Great War edged weapon collection.Specifications:Blade Length: 8 ¼'Blade Style: Single Edged Spear Point Knife with Upper False EdgeOverall length: 13'Scabbard Length: 9 1/8'Shipping RestrictionsThis product is available for international shipping.Payment OptionsEligible for all payments - Visa, Mastercard, Discover, AMEX, Paypal & Sezzle