Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF U.S. Civil War and there is a small

and there is a small chip missing on the side

There is a bit of scuffing and staining

and while there is an iron ramrod pipe next to it

The moisture shield and maker label is missing

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

Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF U.S. Civil War and there is a smallOriginal 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