Original German WWII Excellent DRK Red Cross EM/NCO Hewer with Scabbard - Deutsches Rotes Kreuz MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The handle tapers gradually away

The handle tapers gradually away from the head to form a decorative step 3 inches above the top of its turned grip

this is a very fine example of the most prolific German issued Light Machine gun of WW2

so this is the correct marking for this maker

operate the bolt

Overall Length: 52

Original German WWII Excellent DRK Red Cross EM/NCO Hewer with Scabbard - Deutsches Rotes Kreuz MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The handle tapers gradually awayOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition example of the German Red Cross (DRK) Enlisted Man Non Commissioned Officer Hewer, complete with its original scabbard. The hewer has a blunt tip, and edge, as it was intended for combat medics, who would make more use of the Sawback blade, which could be used to cut wood for splints. The heavy blade could be used for chopping, similar to the U. S. Hospital corps "bolo" knives of WWI.