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Transitional HJ Knife - M7/37 with Motto
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Transitional HJ Knife – M7/37 with Motto

$1,995.00

Condition: Excellent ++ / Near Mint

Maker: M7/37 – Klaas

Pattern: Transitional

SKU: E2298 Category: Tags ,

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Product Description:  A well-preserved and highly collectible example of a Transitional HJ Knife – M7/37 with Motto, representing an early production Hitler Youth dagger variant retaining desirable transitional manufacturing characteristics.

The blade is crisply etched with the period motto “Blut und Ehre!” (“Blood and Honour”), the inscription remaining bold and well-defined. Light runner marks and surface wear are present, consistent with age and careful period use. The reverse ricasso is clearly marked M7/37, with the opposing side stamped Robt Klaas, Solingen, confirming manufacture by a known Solingen maker.

The knife features intact bakelite grip plates in excellent condition, retaining strong color and definition. The inset Hitler Youth diamond emblem remains present with fully retained enamel, displaying no visible loss. Nickel-plated quillon and pommel retain an even finish with no lifting or separation noted.

The accompanying scabbard is original and correctly matched, retaining its painted surface with minor scratching and areas of expected age-related loss. The leather belt loop remains complete, supple, and functional, including a secure retaining strap with working snap closure.

Overall, this Transitional HJ Knife – M7/37 with Motto presents strong visual appeal, with well-preserved components and honest wear consistent with age. A fine and complete example of its type, remaining in excellent plus to near mint overall condition, and of clear interest to advanced collectors of period edged weapons.

 

 

 

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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