I got chance to buy this but some things don't look right , what do you think? I will post more pictures.

My concern is the makers mark and lack of the RZM and of course the dedication , also some grind marks on the back of the tang.

Sorry I am having trouble with picture size

Back side

Posted for Wes........

Thanks Vern

Glad to help

Unfortunately, you have a postwar knife with added motto and dedication.

The Anton Wingen Jr firm did not use their maker mark / brand "Othello" on HJ-knifes during the period.

Herman

Thankyou for a quick reply, that's what I suspected, I guess the grind marks was to hide the made in Germany marks.

I agree with Hermann. I remember that it was the same with Wingen KS98 bayonets and that the Othello trademark wasn't used prior to 1945.

Hello Billy,

This hobby can be quite surprising... even confusing...

Best regards,

Herman

The Anton Wingen Jr firm aquired the "Othello" brand as soon as 1917 (during WWI).

For some reason, they stopped using the mark during the 3R period and -as Billy stated- used it again after WWII.

Best regards,

Herman

Herman

That is one super nice looking fighting knife, sure fits in your awesome collection.
Ed

When was that Othello knife made, Herman ?

It must be a late WWI or interbellum piece, Dave.

Best regards,

Herman

Thanks Ed!

You also have a great collection!

Herman