Original German WWII 1936 dated Transitional HJ Knife with Motto by Emil Voos with Scabbard - RZM M7/2 Japanese Military Maps though there is wear inside

though there is wear inside and out

in keeping with the Jim Crow-Era segregation of the military at the time

and in 1948

On the under side of the rear right skirt

as it was seen as a more resilient finish than bluing

Original German WWII 1936 dated Transitional HJ Knife with Motto by Emil Voos with Scabbard - RZM M7/2 Japanese Military Maps though there is wear insideOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good condition pre war production HJ Fahrtenmesser (HJ Trip Knife), marked on the blade with the RZM code of desirable maker Emil Voos, Waffenfabrik of Solingen. This is definitely a transitional period knife, based on the 1936 date as well as the motto. This HJ Knife is a solid example of the type, with a handle that is nickel plated over a steel base. Much of the plating still remains, probably 60%, with