Original German WWII Early Period HJ Knife by F. W. Backhaus of Solingen with Motto and Scabbard colts which could be topped off

which could be topped off as needed without raising and retracting the bolt (thus putting the rifle temporarily out of action)

To educate the influx of new Sailors

many examples we see are completely missing the lacquer

bakelite grips

as is the leather covered steel sheath

Original German WWII Early Period HJ Knife by F. W. Backhaus of Solingen with Motto and Scabbard colts which could be topped offOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great condition early HJ Fahrtenmesser (trip knife), marked on the blade by blade by the rare maker F. W. Backhaus of Solingen. This early HJ Knife is a very good example of the type, showing some honest period wear while still looking great. The plating on the steel hilt is about90% retained, with a few areas where it has flaked away and allowed the hilt to oxidize. The Bakelite grip plates are closely