Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF U.S. Civil War There is some light staining

There is some light staining and soiling

with signs of having been used

and while there is an iron ramrod pipe next to it

This late war zinc/aluminum tag is in wonderful condition and comes more than ready for further research and display

There is a bit of scuffing and staining

Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF U.S. Civil War There is some light stainingOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition example of an early war produced Type I version of the legendary Luftwaffe Fallschirmjger Messer, or German air force paratrooper knife (FJM or FKm). It was produced by Solinger Metalwaren Fabrik Stcker & Co. GmbH, also known as SMF, who were one of the major producers of this knife during WWII. Their "Seated King" over Solingen trademark is seen on the blade, as well as ROSTFREI (rust