Original WW1 era French Army fighting dagger made by COUTELLERIE THIERS of Theirs, France. Classic model M1916 LE VENGEUR trench knife (the Avenger in French) with wood handle with extra-wide iron guard. Better than average condition for the type; the dagger it is about 11 / 28 cm overall; the blade is about 6-5/8 / 17 cm; ricasso is stamped COUTELLERIE THIERS / 31 BESSET.
Re-sharpened blade is VERY sharp still; the tip is intact. Original redwood handle has a few minor nicks; hand guard is stamped "B" on the underside; there is a small notch on one side a kill mark?? In spite of the advanced age and the obvious field use this dagger is tight with no moving parts.Great overall condition for the type; don't miss your chance to add it to your collection! FRANCE orig WW1 M1916 AVENGER Trench Knife fighting dagger by COUTELLERIE THIERS. FRANCE orig WW1 M1916 LE VENGEUR. (The AVENGER) French Army Trench Knife. Fighting dagger; made by COUTELLERIE THIERS.
Original WW1 era French Army fighting dagger made by. Classic model M1916 LE VENGEUR trench knife. With wood handle with extra-wide iron guard. Better than average condition for the type; the dagger it is about 11 / 28 cm overall; the blade is about 6-5/8 / 17 cm; ricasso is stamped. / 31 BESSET in in oval stamp.
Original redwood handle has a few minor nicks; hand guard is stamped with the letter B on the underside; there is a small notch on one side a kill mark?? In spite of the advanced age and obvious abuse in the field this dagger is solid with no loose or moving parts. Overall, this fighting knife is in great condition for the type and it is 100% serviceable still, even after 100+ years. Don't miss your chance to add it to your collection! This rare fighting knife has not been cleaned or tampered with in any way; 100% original "as is" condition.These are the actual photos; spent brass is not included with this lot ; Buyers must be over 18 years of age. We always treat our customers with professionalism and respect. We are looking forward to having business with you; you will not be disappointed. We try our best to answer all questions within 24 hours.
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The item "FRANCE orig WW1 M1916 LE VENGEUR Trench Knife fighting dagger COUTELLERIE THIERS" is in sale since Wednesday, April 25, 2018. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW I (1914-18)\Original Period Items\France".
The seller is "pasha_28" and is located in Upstate New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.