WW1 Austro-Hungarian M1917 Sturmesser Fighting Knife

A good condition and impressive WW1 Austro-Hungarian M1917 Sturmesser fighting/trench knife.
This example is one of the larger Hungarian produced knives opposed to the smaller version made in Austria, the underside of the cross guard bears the Hungarian acceptance stamp this being shown in the images.
The 8 1/4 inch long bright steel blade is in very good order with some dry grease still present, the rounded wooden grips are firm with no movement, cross guard also solid, again no movement.
The stamping on the ricasso is well worn with the makers name almost indiscernible but can just make out the name STOESZ denoting Wlaszlovits Stoesz as the manufacturer.
Four variants of steel scabbards were produced this one being the rounded bar type (hanging strap loops), the scabbard is in good order but with age related wear to the finish, the original narrow leather hanging straps tended to break easily and were often replaced with frogs this one being an 1895 model.
Sorry mainland UK Sale ONLY, Photo ID will be required before item will be despatched, must be over 21 years of age.

Code: 50860