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First Pattern Gravity Knife – Paul Weyersberg & Co

$3,850.00

Condition: Near Mint / Mint

Maker: Paul Weyersberg & Co

Pattern: First

SKU: E2269 Category: Luftwaffe Gravity Knives Tags Edged Weapons, Gravity Knives

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Product Description: This First Pattern Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg represents an outstanding and highly desirable example of one of the classic German WWII paratrooper knives. The blade is absolutely beautiful, retaining full original luster with crisp factory crossgraining throughout. It is clearly etched with the early commercial-style maker mark of Paul Weyersberg & Co., Solingen, along with the desirable “ROSTFREI” marking.

The wooden grip scales are especially appealing, displaying a pleasing light tone with a fine, even patina developed over time. They remain free of chips or cracks and show only the slightest signs of age, exactly the way seasoned collectors hope to find them. The metal components are correctly marked, featuring matching “74” serial numbers along with the proper acceptance stamp on the marlinspike, confirming this as a well-matched and untouched example. Mechanically, the knife functions flawlessly. The blade deploys and locks exactly as intended, and the marlinspike operates smoothly, reflecting careful preservation over the decades.

Examples of First Pattern Gravity Knives have always been sought after by advanced collectors, and locating one in such clean, original, near-mint condition is becoming increasingly difficult. With its beautiful blade, matching numbers, and outstanding overall preservation, this is a superb collector’s piece that would easily stand out in even the most advanced edged weapon collections.

Historical Description: The “Flieger-Kappmesser” (Flyer’s Jackknife) was introduced by the German Luftwaffe in 1937. Although this knife has become indelibly linked with German paratroopers, it was in fact intended for issue to all Luftwaffe air crew. This iconic WWII German knife had a distinctive look, with wooden grips and a four inc, gravity propelled, locking blade, as well as a spike which could be used to pick apart knots. The trousers issued to members of Fallschirmjäger units were outfitted with a special pocket intended for carrying this important tool, which in the reality of war, could also be used as a fighting weapon. In 1943, a second, “takedown” form of this knife appeared, with features which allowed for the easy disassembly of the knife for cleaning and maintenance. Both types of this Luftwaffe Gravity Knife (as these are known to collectors) were produced by multiple factories, and exist in multiple variations, making them appealing to collectors. They are desirable items that are sought-after today.

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