Description

Fixed Knife Böker Plus Böker Plus V-42.

The Devil’s Brigade was formed in July 1942. Under the official name 1. special service unit, American and Canadian soldiers were joined together to form a special task force trained to fight behind enemy lines. The origins of many special forces can be traced back to this special force. Due to the numerous night operations where all faces were blacked out for camouflage, the German Wehrmacht coined their nickname Black Devils, which testified to the great respect they had for their enemy, even though the unit was relatively small. In the years 1943 and 1944 1. The SSF successfully completed many operations in Italy and France and was able to influence a number of important situations.

An important part of the equipment of the Devil’s Brigade was the specially designed combat knife V-42, which was also part of intensive close combat training. The handle of the pressed leather discs ends with a pointed impact cap. Thick leather padding under the slightly curved head must have prevented injury. The double-edged blade made of SK-85 stainless carbon steel is coated and has a wavy thumb rest around the ricasso area. This legendary dagger is still decorated with the insignia of the US Army special forces.

This exclusive collector’s item comes not only with a classic leather case, but also with a replica of the unit’s cloth insignia, which is a red spearhead, and with a reproduction of the original German sticker with the text “The worst is yet to come!” “. Additionally, it displays label 1. SSF that used to be stuck on walls, cars, doors, etc. behind enemy lines to demoralize the enemy. A premium collectible set not only for military history lovers!

Type: Fixed blade
Total length: 30.40 cm
Blade length: 17.80 cm
Blade thickness: 5.00 mm
Weight: 196.00 g
Blade material: SK-85
Handle material: Leather
Color: Brown
Blade color: Black
Shell material: Leather
Item number: 02BO047