Original German WWII HJ Knife with Motto By August Merten of Solingen - RZM M7/31 1936 German SS The reverse

The reverse

The interior of the jacket is stamped with the owners name and serial number:

This is a classic example of what soldiers do in battle

it was pushed by thumbs

Taken by the grace of God and the courage of Admiral Nelson

Original German WWII HJ Knife with Motto By August Merten of Solingen - RZM M7/31 1936 German SS The reverseOriginal 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