Original German WWII G.I. Captured Luftwaffe Fallschirmjäger Fighting Knife in Modified U.S. M8 Scabbard - Weimar Eagle 6 Marked

Original Item. One-of-a-Kind. The Third Reich issued a large number of edge weapons to the military and civilian organizations. The fighting knife featured here was originally designed during WWI. It was widely employed in the trench warfare that took place during the conflict.

This is a lovely Luftwaffe fighting knife which was captured by an American soldier and held in a modified M8 scabbard. The blade is marked with a 6 inside a Weimar Eagle on the ricasso, one of the standard inspection marks used on Luftwaffe edged weapons. The blade is the standard spear-point shape, with a full edge on the bottom, and half edge on the top. The top edge was specific to Paratroopers (Fallschirmjäger), as it helped cut through the rigging. Regular issue knives often only had one edge. The blade shows very little use and is in great shape overall, though there is also scattered rust staining on the blade, particularly along the edges.

The knife has wood grips with steel securing rivets, which are in good condition, but the grips appear to have been sealed at one point.

The M8 scabbard has been heavily modified, with the body entirely covered with leather which is embossed with a lovely flower. The canvas belt loop and securing strap are well-retained, and the thong is tied around the body.

Offered in lovely "salty" service used condition, originals like this are always hard to find, especially ones that were captured by an American soldier. Ready to display!

Specifications:
Blade Length: 6⅝"
Blade Style: Single Edged Spear Point Knife with Upper False Edge
Overall length: 11“
Crossguard: 2 3/16”
Scabbard Length: 8" + Belt Loop