Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by SMF with Waffen Proof - Broken Marlinspike Spring Antique Handguns snakes were a symbol of

snakes were a symbol of good luck in parts of South East Europe

Blade length: 10 5/8”

This is an amazing breechloading rifle design

which indicates that the helmet may have at one time had winter camouflage which wore away

and functions very solidly and is completely original

Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by SMF with Waffen Proof - Broken Marlinspike Spring Antique Handguns snakes were a symbol ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice 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 Solinger Metalwaren Fabrik Stcker & Co. GmbH, also known as SMF, who were one of the major producers of this knife during WWII. Their "Seated King" over Solingen trademark is seen on the blade, as well as ROSTFREI (rust free) indicating