you will have to do research in the US Patent Office
yes, brass knuckle trench knife made by L&FC (I think) in the US. Knuckle knife dated 1918. Although knuckle portion was removable, it generally was not taken apart. It was carried in a scabbard made for the knife. It is a collectable item...............
Fine: 800$
Rimfire cartridges are comprised of a soft lead bullet, a case most often made of brass, and the smokeless propellant (powder).
Polished brass can be used for: Kitchen and bathroom taps, and door handles, knobs, light switch, brass knuckle ring, belt buckles, Zippo lighter, coat hanger, drain.
The exact value of a 32 Rimfire Stevens Tip Up Single Shot pistol made of brass with a steel barrel is actually dependent upon a number of factors. Some of those factors would be, the age and condition of the pistol.
It is a difference in the placement of the priming compound. This compound is sensitive to physical impact, and, being struck by the firing pin, explodes to ignite the gunpowder in the cartridge case. In the rimfire cartridge, the case, made of soft brass, has a folded rim. Primer compound placed inside that folded rim is exploded when the rim is pinched between the firing pin and the mouth of the chamber. Centerfire ammunition has the primer in a pocket at the rear center of the cartridge case. That case has harder brass, and is capable of handling higher pressures than rimfire ammunition. Centerfire ammunition can be reloaded after firing by replacing the primer, powder and bullet. Rimfire ammo is not generally reloadable.
There was a trench knife issued to US Army troops that was a knife that had a "Brass Knuckles" handle. Brass Knuckles is a brass "ring" that you slip over your hand, each finger going into a loop. This is used for hand-to-hand fighting. The knife had this same construction as part of the handle/grip. I'm not sure if this was an official Army issue. The Army preferred the soldier carry a bayonet that would fit onto the rifle. This brass knuckle trench knife couldnot do this.
Brass knuckles are more commonly made from steel despite the name. They are made by melting the steel at high temperatures and pouring it into the knuckle mold before leaving it to cool and set.
2 types of 25 caliber Stevens. 1. In centerfire, you have 25-20 Stevens and I believe 25-50 Stevens of which brass is available from Midway. 2. In rimfire you have the 25. rimfire round which apparently is unavailable as I am currently searching for a source.
I believe They are illegal but u can find them for sale as brass knuckle paper weights! Gotta love loop holes! I found some in Tulsa in an army surplus store!
Brass knuckle tattoos incorporate the symbol of brass knuckles, which traditionally represent strength and protection. Alongside the phrase "love thy neighbor," these tattoos could signify the idea of using strength or protection to defend or care for those close to you, reinforcing the message of love and unity within the community.
yes, 1918 LF&C mfg. trench knife. the handle can be removed but not recommended.