GARDEKORPS Folding Knife 1916

[Ralph Arndt]

I posted some photos of this knife, can anyone tell me anything about it ? This knife belonged to a good friend of mine from Germany who told me her father used it in France. Thanks for any help. Ralph

[Ralph Arndt]

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[Ralph Arndt]

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[Brian L.]

This is the wrong forum. Post it in the Imperial Forum.

[Ralph Arndt]

OK anyone else, thanks.

[Ralph Arndt]

I would like a response from someone on this form, thanks.

[Ralph Arndt]

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[Brian L.]

I would like a response from someone on this form, thanks.

This is a World War One knife. This forum is not a World War One forum. So, nobody will likely be able to answer your question precisely, unless someone from the Imperial forum happens to see it.

However, the inscription says, " State Delivery Point II (meaning supply depot) at The Guard Corps."

"Christmas 1916".

"Mercator" is the maker. "D.R.G.M." is the patent office.

But, I don't know exactly what type of knife it is: whether just a utility knife or a trench knife. Not my area.

[Ralph Arndt]

Thanks for this information. Ralph

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[Gaspare]

that is a cool piece!..
Yes from WW1 ,,and a common folding knife.. BUT, the engraving on it is very nice for such a plain knife.. Perhaps a present to the Guard from their commanding officer ,,or the guard group got together and decided to have the knifes made for themselves for the holidays,etc. Pretty good condition for a over 100 yr old utility used piece!