WW1 / WW2 Imperial German Army Mercator (Heinrich Kaufmann, Indiwerk, Solingen), DRGM Taschenmesser Trench Dagger / Utility Clasp Lock knife. Sn 21597 Knives

WW1 / WW2 Imperial German Army Mercator (Heinrich Kaufmann, Indiwerk, Solingen), DRGM Taschenmesser Trench Dagger / Utility Clasp Lock knife. Sn 21597 - 21597

Taschenmesser Clasp Lock knives were popular amongst Imperial German troops during WW1 due to their locking blade which allowed them to used as a fighting knife. Many saw service throughout both World Wars. (see page 33 item 123 of Stephen's book 'Fighting Knives'. This example is in very good condition. The knife’s single edged blade is 4" length & locks in place securely. The thumb operated locking bar works perfectly. The ricasso of the blade is crisply marked by the manufacturer 'MERCATOR' on one side and the reverse ‘Solingen’ (a trading name of the company of Heinrich Kaufmann, Indiwerk, Solingen). The blackened steel grip frame is crisply marked with the 'DRGM' quality mark and by the maker ‘Mercator’. The butt of the grip is fitted with steel lanyard ring. The price for this rare Taschenmesser Clasp Lock Knife includes UK delivery. Sn 21597 (folding knives draw office)

£345.00