Original German WWII Bakelite Handle Trench Fighting Knife by PUMA-Werk with Scabbard Czech Militaria The warhead bears a manufacturer

The warhead bears a manufacturer stamping on the top of the head that reads ЯR 564 1940

This example is in wonderful condition and still retains faded markings on the top lining we can clearly make out 1982 and the size 7 with BERET GREEN beneath it

Years of Manufacture: circa 1800-1840

but those just add to the lovely patina

cut telegraph wires during Early's Valley Campaign and numerous raids against rail lines and supply stations

Original German WWII Bakelite Handle Trench Fighting Knife by PUMA-Werk with Scabbard Czech Militaria The warhead bears a manufacturerOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fair example of the rare German WWII Bakelite Handled Trench Knife with scabbard. It is made in typical World War II "trench knife" style, with a 5 3 4 inch drop point dagger blade and an overall length of 10 inches. The knife has contoured red bakelite grip scales, retained with three pins. The hilt has a small oval cross guard and the blade is stamped on the ricasso with the Puma trademark. Known as the