Original German WWII Wood Handle Nahkampfmesser Trench Fighting Knife with Steel Boot Scabbard - Excellent U.S. Marines USMC no doubt intended for use

no doubt intended for use in an Elephant's Howdah

NS Frauenschaft

The Type 98 pattern of fittings (koshirae) are slightly simplified compared to the earlier Type 94

The wood shaft is a modern replacement as are the hooks for the horse tails

The manufacturer is obliged

Original German WWII Wood Handle Nahkampfmesser Trench Fighting Knife with Steel Boot Scabbard - Excellent U.S. Marines USMC no doubt intended for useOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is an excellent example of a German WWII wood handled Nahkampfmesser, or close combat knife, complete with its original steel boot scabbard. The knife follows a practical pattern derived from German fighting knives used during WWI and subsequently manufactured, carried, and reissued during the WWII period. In excellent overall condition, this knife has a smooth wooden grip secured by three steel rivets. Grip