WW I trench knife?

[ekaphoto]

Anyone buy one? What are your thoughts on quality etc etc. I want it as a collection piece but have no use for a replica that is made of cheap metal that will not sharpen etc.

 

[rangerbluedog]

Quality is great!
Steel is C75, sourced from Germany according to their web site:
(0.7-0.8% Carbon, 0.6-0.8% Manganese, 0.15-0.35% Silicon, 0.035% Phosphorus) Similar to SAE1075.
Hardness ranges from 55-58 HRC, which is the perfect compromise between ease of sharpening and edge retention, IMO.

Fit and finish is fantastic. The handle is a bit too short by modern standards. I hate the sheath, but it is historically accurate. Balance is OK (1/4" behind the guard). Blade shape is not well suited for a camp knife or utility knife, but then again, it was made to be a thrusting weapon. Very sharp out of the box!

 

[Ravaillac]

Anyone buy one? What are your thoughts on quality etc etc. I want it as a collection piece but have no use for a replica that is made of cheap metal that will not sharpen etc.

As said it is made of c75, a 0.75% plain carbon steel.
That kind of steel (typically tempered) is generally pretty tough, will take a very good edge but will generally have a moderate edge holding.
The type of steel is probably historically acurate.

 

[ekaphoto]

Thanks everyone. I will probably buy one. Like I said I have no need for one but being a history buff it intrests me.