Mid 20^th Century German Export Ersatz Steel Pocket Knife with Engraved Grip Scale Design 13.5cm Long

A WONDERFUL MID 20TH CENTURY GERMAN EXPORT ERSATZ STEEL POCKET KNIFE. THE ENGRAVED GRAPHIC LINES DESIGN ON GRIP SCALES ARE BEAUTIFUL AND DETAILED. KNIFE REMAINS IN A GOOD STATE BUT HAS SIGNS OF WEAR EVIDENT DUE TO HANDLING. POCKET KNIFE BLADE REMAINS SHARP. 
 
The ideal addition to any 20th Century Era German pocket knife collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment. 
 
PLEASE NOTE I HAVE 2 OTHER VINTAGE POCKET KNIVES ON AUCTION THIS WEEK. AN ANTIQUE PRE 1923 JOSEPH ROGERS NO 6 NORFOLK ST POCKET KNIVE. A VINTAGE FLOWER ENGRAVED JAPANESE MADE POCKET KNIFE.
 
MARKINGS:
MADE IN GERMANY
 
DIMENSIONS:
13.5CM LONG WHEN FOLDED OPEN
BLADE 6CM LONG
 
CONDITION: FEW SPOTS ON BLADE BUT STILL IN GOOD USED VINTAGE CONDITION. Knife remains in a Good State and has been utilised. Signs of Wear evident due to handling. Blade functions when engaged. Pocket knife Blade remains sharp- handle with care!!
 
ERSATZ STEEL:
During times of war or economic hardship, like during World War I and II and the periods just thereafter, Germany faced shortages of certain materials, including steel. "Ersatz" materials were used as substitutes, and this included steel in the production of various items, including pocket knives. 
 
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