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Evening Guys n Gals

I am a long time collector of bayonets and fighting knives - but only recently got into daggers thru some that I was left by my late Father

I recently bought a few bits n bobs and amongst them was this Forestry Hirschfanger

Could anyone tell me where I might get some information on this one please ?

From what I have already the makers mark puts it WW1 in terms of manufacture - but it comes with a WW2 portepee ?
Could it have been warn in both wars ??

I?d like to try and find out who it would have been issued to (Rank, position etc ?) and also how it would have been carried - frog/belt attachment - any pictures

It?s the first time I?ve even handled a Forestry !!!!

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Roy

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That is a Subordinate Forestry Cutlass. It would have been worn using a frog. Earlier cutlasses are frequently found with the later portapees. The photo is a Senior Forestry Cutlass with frog and portapee.

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You have an original Forestry hirschfanger made by Eickhorn circa 1900-1910, these could be carried through any time period and as Vern has mentioned it is not unusual for it to have a later knot, the usual type of frog used on this type would be made of black leather and have a V notch front as seen in the picture.

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Many thanks for the replies guys !

I?d love to track down a nice frog for this hirschfanger at some point !

I?ll have to keep my eyes open - I?m guessing not the most common of items !!!

Next Newbie question though ............ the D handle on my one .......... is there any significance ?? I can?t find a match on any pictures I have found - there seems to be LOTS of variation on design ?

This is my first like this but they are damn addictive !!!!!

Regards

Roy

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Roy

There are so many different designs out there, the D handle is one of the most common but add to that numerous clamshell designs, grip designs and scabbard embellishments you'll always find something new.
I just picked up this piece from the Kassel show in Germany last week, never before in a collection that I know of.
if I find a frog I'll let you know but they run around 200-250 pounds, not cheap and are very sought after.

Gary

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Gary that is one sweet Henckels.

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Wow - that is just lovely Gary !!!!

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Gary that is a stunning piece well done.


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Thanks guys

Roy
This is just a taste of what is out there if you ever want to concentrate on this type, good luck in your collecting whatever you decide to do.

Gary


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