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Rare antique Simson & Co Suhl German sawback fighting knife / bayonet style knife featuring a large fixed blade design with aggressive sawback spine, steel crossguard, and dark wood grip scales. Blade is stamped “SIMSON & CO SUHL” with additional markings visible near the spine.
This vintage German blade measures approximately 15 inches overall and features a heavy steel construction with classic military-style styling. The sawback spine and substantial guard design make this a highly collectible display piece for militaria, antique weapon, and vintage knife collectors.
The knife shows significant age, oxidation, patina, pitting, and wear consistent with long-term storage and age. Excellent candidate for restoration, historical display, or collection purposes.
Condition Notes:
- Antique vintage condition
- Heavy oxidation, corrosion, and surface pitting throughout
- Blade has scratches, wear, edge wear, and discoloration
- Sawback teeth show wear but remain visible
- Wood grip scales show age and wear
- Guard and pommel have oxidation/patina
- No sheath included
- Untested / unsharpened by seller
- Sold as found
- Please review all photos carefully for exact condition and markings
ITEM SPECIFICS:
- Brand: Simson & Co
- Maker: Simson & Co Suhl
- Type: Fighting Knife
- Type: Bayonet Style Knife
- Type: Military Knife
- Blade Type: Spear Point
- Blade Edge: Combination Edge
- Blade Features: Sawback Spine
- Blade Material: Steel
- Handle Material: Wood
- Tang: Hidden Tang
- Construction Type: Fixed Blade
- Color: Black
- Color: Brown
- Color: Silver
- Vintage: Yes
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
- Region: Suhl, Germany
- Era: Early 20th Century
- Theme: Militaria
- Theme: Military
- Theme: German Military
- Style: Combat Knife
- Style: Hunting Knife
- Features: Sawback
- Features: Finger Guard
- Features: Vintage Patina
- Features: Antique Finish
- Features: Heavy Duty Construction
- Features: Collectible
- Features: Hand Ground Blade
- Features: Stamped Blade
- Features: Full Length Blade
- Blade Length: Approx. 10 Inches
- Overall Length: Approx. 15 Inches
- Number of Blades: 1
- Dexterity: Amofferextrous
- Handmade: No
- MPN: Does Not Apply
- UPC: Does Not Apply
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