The Classic from Col. Rex Applegate. The Smatchet combines the characteristics of the legendary combat daggers with the components of psychological warfare. The result is a more than impressive knife that will muster extreme respect from any opponent. It is most importantly a collector's item that should not be missing in any high-end knife collection. This version is out of production since many years and very rare. The blade is made of 440 C steel with a hardness of 58-60 HRC. Serial number 2115 stamped on the brass cross gard. The dagger and sheath only have light traces of use and are in near mint condition. Overall length: 22,5 cm Blade length: 12,1 cm Weight: 218 g Blade thickness: 4,7 mm Blade material: 440 C Handle material: Black Zytel handle Lock: Fixed blade The shell type handle are made of black Zytel, a glass-fibre reinforced nylon resin. The handle has a good grip and handling, primarily in wet conditions. Shipped with functional cordura sheath. This Mini Smatchet with the black Zytel-handle is one of the most wanted Applegate Fairbairn`s - a rare collector`s item made in Germany which is seldom on offer.