Boker Acht-Acht Flak Dagger -Damascus Steel / Dagger Blade / Grenadill Wood Handle 121508DAM

Description: Boker proudly unveils its inaugural military-historical project: the Eight-Eight (8-8) Flak Damascus collector's dagger. Celebrated as one of the most versatile and effective weapons of the Second World War, the 8.8 cm Flak anti-aircraft gun was originally designed for aerial defense before earning its legendary status on the ground. While smaller anti-tank guns found themselves outmatched against contemporary armor, the formidable 8.8 cm gun consistently penetrated heavy tanks like the British Matilda II and the Soviet T-34 from distances of up to 2,000 meters. Its remarkable design allowed it to swivel its barrel to engage ground targets and rotate a full 360° on its vertical axis, setting a new standard in artillery. The gun's quick assembly and disassembly capabilities, combined with an impressive firing rate of up to 20 rounds per minute by a skilled crew, solidified its reputation as the most effective anti-aircraft weapon in history. The Eight-Eight Flak Damascus d