Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof MILITARIA Barrel looks to have been

Barrel looks to have been cleaned and over the years

and is constructed of heavy wool fabric stretched over a wicker inner frame

The condition reflects that of one who had a long service in the field

and once it deteriorates there is nothing to hold it in place

and it is all brass mounted

Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof MILITARIA Barrel looks to have beenOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good 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