Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof - Mint Blade French Artwork & Posters The squadron was commended by

The squadron was commended by the US Navy for its valuable assistance not only for its excellent reconnaissance work but for the part played in the battle

and a mirror bright finish

as the nickel is more easily dented than the steel used later

Unsurpassed in depth and scope

The filer is nicely marked and ink stamped with date 23

Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof - Mint Blade French Artwork & Posters The squadron was commended byOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an 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 Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen, who were one of the major producers of this knife during WWII. The company "Sword and Wreath" logo is etched into the blade, as well as ROSTFREI (rust free) indicating stainless steel construction.