$385.00
Condition: Excellent
In stock
Product Description: An excellent example of an original Hitler Youth (HJ) Knife Scabbard, offered here in well-preserved condition and complete with its original fittings. Constructed from steel with black factory-applied finish, the scabbard exhibits expected paint loss and minor surface corrosion, consistent with age and use—adding to its authenticity and period character.
The leather retention strap remains fully intact and pliable, showing no signs of dry rot or repair. The closure snap is clearly marked “Stocko”, a known period manufacturer, and functions smoothly as intended.
This scabbard is an ideal replacement for a missing or mismatched example or a valuable standalone collectible for those focused on authentic Third Reich edged weapon accoutrements. Scarce in this condition and increasingly sought after by advanced collectors.
Historical Description: The Hitler Youth Knife (Hitlerjugend Fahrtenmesser) was introduced in the summer of 1933, shortly after the Nazi seizure of power in Germany. It was produced by a multitude of manufacturers and could be purchased from authorized shops for a price of 4 Reichsmarks. It was used not only as a dress sidearm, but as a functional camping tool, and these were commonly sharpened by their original owners. The earliest examples bore the motto of the Hitler Youth, “Blut und Ehre!” (Blood and Honor), etched on the blade. The blades on these early knives were marked with commercial manufacturer logos. They had nickel silver handles, and anodized metal scabbards. The use of the etched motto was discontinued in August 1938. Later HJ knives had nickel plated steel handles, painted scabbards, and the maker logos were replaced with an RZM code along with the year of manufacture. There are also transitional types that still have the etched motto but have dates on the blade ricasso. Manufacture of these knives is believed to have ceased around 1942. All HJ knives have the diamond emblem of the Hitler Youth on the handle.
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