Description
WW1 Germany Anton Wingen Jr Kampfmesser fighting knife non-fixable trench dagger; original metal scabbard included. Scarce type in great overall condition, considering the age.
Original WW1 era German Army non-fixable Kampfmesser (close combat knife) manufactured circa 1914-1915 by Anton Wingen Jr. in Solingen, German Empire. Sturdy full-tang construction trench knife with checkered wood handle scales, forged curved iron guard, and original metal scabbard included. This type is illustrated on pages 149-151 of the excellent French reference book by Christian Mary Knives and Daggers-Bayonets Used by the German Army During 1914-1945 (see the book’s page scan in the photos).
This fighting knife is used but it’s in better than average condition for the type – no pitting, dings or nicks on the blade; the edge is very sharp still; needle-like tip is intact. The dagger is about 10-1/4” / 25.8 cm overall; the blade is about 5-3/4” / 14.6 cm. Original diamond pattern hardwood handle scales with 2 iron pins and a curved iron guard is nice and tight; all parts are solid with no play; a few typical contact marks on the pommel are noted for accuracy. Original metal scabbard is in great shape as well; the scabbard holds the blade nice and tight with no wobble. Most of the original black paint is gone; original belt hanger is still on; the keeper is a field-expedient replacement made from the period wrist watch leather band. After 100 plus years this attractive WW1 Germany Anton Wingen Jr Kampfmesser fighting knife is in 100% serviceable condition still. It is in great shape overall, considering the age; don’t miss your chance to add this scarce original WW1 Germany Anton Wingen Jr Kampfmesser fighting knife/trench dagger to your collection!
I have a small but very interesting collection of various edged WW1 and WW2 era items to sell. Don’t forget to check out the store’s Militaria section for other WW1 and WW2 era combat knives available for sale. Argocoins accepts all major credit cards and payments via PayPal as forms of payment. Please email me at [email protected] if you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. Old-fashioned checks and money orders will work just as well; please take a look at the Payments section within our Terms and Conditions for mailing instructions and additional details. Follow me on Facebook @argoman400BC to keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions.
FREE USPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM!
International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our “ship-to” list.
