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WWI German DEMAG "Crank Handle" bayonet-knife

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Collectsmedals
in IMP-GER EDGED WEAPONS

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Bayonet-knife produced by Deutsch Maschienenfabrik AG (Duisburg) between 1915 and 1918. It features a distinctive crank-shaped grip, designed for the Gewehr 98 rifle,  and a double-edged blade stamped "DEMAG D.R.G.M."

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    #2

    That a new on to me. Interesting design. Any idea why it is shaped like that? 
    mikie

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    #3
    17 hours ago, mikie said:

    Any idea why it is shaped like that?

    It was intended at both a bayonet and a trench knife.

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    #4

    Interesting. Thank you for the info. 
    mikie

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