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Germany Third Reich. Wehrmacht Infanteriemesser 42 Combat Knife
The Infanteriemesser 42 combat knife (German: Infanteriemesser 42) was introduced by the Wehrmacht during the Second World War as a sidearm for infantrymen and other German Army personnel. In addition to its potential use in combat, it could also be employed for a variety of field tasks.
This model features a single-edged steel blade with a spear point, a straight steel crossguard, and wood grip. It was carried in a steel scabbard.
The Infanteriemesser 42 was manufactured by several German contractors during the war, with minor variations in finish and markings depending on the manufacturer and production period.
Original German Second World War combat knife.
