OK OK.
The real trouble here is that no one KNOWS the answer to this question DIFINITIVELY.
Yes, they are made from brass, which was rationed in the war, this could also be seen as a display of the companies importance in these knives and how the "finest" materials were used for these knives despite the war (including the gold).
Look, I VERY much respect the opinions of the people who have spoken on both sides of this "Krupp" debate and I accept that I am on the side which must attempt to "prove" its case against the current negative general consensus and assessment of these pieces.
I will still stand on the side which supports the originality of these knives and although the money that I spent to buy my own example may well turn out to be the worst investment that I have made in this hobby, I still enjoy the piece and believe in it's historical provenience...
In the end, that's what were all here for...
Best of the hunt to you all, and THANKS for the input from everyone!
Johnny
