Original German WWII HJ Knife with Motto By August Merten of Solingen - RZM M7/31 1936 21st Century so one might expect the

so one might expect the belt itself to be somewhat short

This allows the overall length of the gun to be drastically reduced

nine days after the start of the campaign

The sash plate was an enhanced version of the regimental badge with a large silver back plate listing the regiment's glories of past campaigns dating back to the 1600s

Military) inspector cartouches

Original German WWII HJ Knife with Motto By August Merten of Solingen - RZM M7/31 1936 21st Century so one might expect theOriginal Item: Only One Available: A very nice early HJ Knife (HJ knife) marked on the blade with the RZM code for maker August Merten of Solingen. This early HJ Knife is a solid example of the type, with a handle that is nickel plated over a steel base. The plating still remains in nice condition, with over 95% still intact and shiny. The acid etched motto Blut und Ehre! (Blood and Honor!) is present and legible but the original dark etched finish