Cold Steel 88GMS Grosse Messer 32" 1060 Carbon Blade, Rosewood Handle and Leather Scabbard

The German Grosse Messer (big knife) is one of the largest of the blades that fall under the classification of Messer. It can be wielded in one or both hands and is capable of astonishing cutting feats. Cold Steels modern version of this historical classic features a hand-forged blade of 1060 carbon steel thats so sharp it has been used it to split a telephone book in half, with a single blow! The guard and pommel are made from blued steel and feature rosewood handle scales strongly riveted to the swords full tang. The Grosse Messer also comes with a handsome wood and leather scabbard, reinforced with a steel chape and throat that has been blued to match the guard and pommel.

Specifications:

• Weight: 64oz
• Blade Thickness: 1/5in
• Blade Length: 32in
• Blade Steel: 1060 Carbon
• Handle Length/Material: 10-1/4in Rosewood
• Overall Length: 42-1/4in
• Additional Features: Rosewood Handle. Leather Scabbard with Blued Fittings.