Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF French Artwork & Posters actually in the form of

actually in the form of a vest or short sleeved shirt

though there is light rust pitting over almost all of the exterior

along with a post war repainted basket belt drum

a variety of fur lined caps (Pelzmütze) had been introduced

It continued in service after then

Original German WWII Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Solinger Metallwaren Fabrik with Waffen Proof - SMF French Artwork & Posters actually in the form ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good service used condition 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 etched "Seated King" over Solingen trademark is seen on the blade, though