Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF British Helmets It is complete with the

It is complete with the Prussian (black and white) and German National Colors (red white and black) kokarden (cockades) around the chin strap lugs

The rigth grip bears a military cartouche meaning this was issued to a Union soldier during the Civil War

There also was a one time a name or other markings stamped into the left rear upper receiver

and the Wehrmacht eagle is also missing the bottom clip

The brown leather sweatband is in good supple condition

Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF British Helmets It is complete with theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an example of a 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 free) indicating