Original German WWII HJ Knife with Motto By August Merten of Solingen - RZM M7/31 1936 German Field Equipment most likely because this is

most likely because this is an early war sword

Dallas 19/7/43

Complete with the almost 16" blade the best feature is that the "Argentine Crest" on the ricasso is still in place and not ground off as was required by the Argentine military upon release from military stores

one company of Panzerjäger Battalion 41 and Motorcycle Battalion 6 (morning)

Original German WWII HJ Knife with Motto By August Merten of Solingen - RZM M7/31 1936 German Field Equipment most likely because this isOriginal Item: Only One Available: A very nice early HJ Knife (HJ knife) marked on the blade with the RZM code for maker August Merten of Solingen. This early HJ Knife is a solid example of the type, with a handle that is nickel plated over a steel base. The plating still remains in nice condition, with over 95% still intact and shiny. The acid etched motto Blut und Ehre! (Blood and Honor!) is present and legible but the original dark etched finish