German WWII Nahkampfmesser

German WWII Nahkampfmesser ( close fighting knife )  with original metal scabbard and retains the original leather belt loop and knife-retaining strap.

Overall excellent condition.

Marked: GES. GESCH. ( “GESETZLICH GESCHUTZT”  - protected bt law ).

Germany 1920 - 1945

Size: 22 cm L

World War II German close combat knife, the Nahkampfmesser. Stainless-steel blade, black bakelite handle. Steel scabbard. The German combat knives became a favorite war souvenir for the allies.

The knife has the usual nickle plated hilt. This hilt is in excellent condition, showing only normal age and no faults. The grip plates are of black checkered Bakelite, retained by steel rivets with dressed heads. The scabbard remains in excellent condition.