Original German WWII 1938 dated Transitional HJ Knife by Rare Maker Hartkopf & Co. with Scabbard - RZM M7/40 Category_Fusee Spring & Cover unfortunately broken at one point

unfortunately broken at one point

with some flaking of the plating

The lining is original as are the cuffs

Silk or rayon glove inserts were worn under the heated gloves

Original German WWII 1938 dated Transitional HJ Knife by Rare Maker Hartkopf & Co. with Scabbard - RZM M7/40 Category_Fusee Spring & Cover unfortunately broken at one pointOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition Mid war production HJ Fahrtenmesser (HJ Trip Knife), marked on the blade with both the logo and RZM code of rare maker Hartkopf & Co. of Solingen. This HJ Knife is a solid example of the type, with a handle that is nickel plated over an steel base. The plating still remains in nice condition, with over 80% still, with a bit of wear through in areas. Unlike the early pattern knives, these