Original Excellent German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF German Mauser 98k K98 as early buckles such as

as early buckles such as these had that information on the leather tab

which also indicates his unit was in the 17

SAVILE ROW in LONDON

but overall a very solid example

After taking station at Foggia Main

Original Excellent German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF German Mauser 98k K98 as early buckles such asOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent 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