OUTSTANDING Original WWII German Hitler Youth Knife And Scabbard Motto RZM M7/36 Marked E. u. F. Hörster in Solingen Certified

Original WWII German Hitler Youth Knife And Scabbard Motto RZM M7/36 Marked  E. u. F. Hörster in Solingen Certified.  The origins of the Hitler Jugend, (Hitler Youth), may be traced back to March 1922 with the formation of the Jugendbund der NSDAP, Nationalsozialistische Deutsche Arbeiterpartei, (Youth League of the National Socialist German Worker’s Party), under control of the SA, Sturm Abteilung, (Storm/Assault Detachment). In April 1924 the Jugendbund der NSDAP was renamed Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung (Greater German Youth Movement), and on July 4TH 1926 the Grossdeutsche Jugendbewegung was officially renamed Hitler Jugend Bund der deutschen Arbeiterjugend, (Hitler Youth League of German Worker Youth). The HJ Fahrtenmesser, (Hike/Camp knife), was introduced in early 1933 and was the first blade sidearm to be officially sanctioned by the NSDAP. Of Note: Although the HJ camp knife was the first, officially sanctioned, blade, side arm the SA dagger was the first, officially sanctioned, dagger. Originally the camp knife was intended for wear by all HJ members regardless of rank. This is a nice example of the classic later-period  pattern Hitler Youth Knife . These were given to boys who were educated in the paramilitary organization, which they often continued to carry into their military service. Transitional HJ Knife – M7/36 with Motto is an exceptional blade that’s condition is near perfect.   The desirable Transitional Knife retains a complete “Blut und Ehre!” etching, which has been crisply and neatly applied. The blade  shows little  wear or age. The blade retains its full cross-graining.. The reverse of the blade is maker marked with M7/36  for E. u. F. Hörster in Solingen. This handsome knife has a wonderful handle, with perfect bakelite grip plates. The inlaid Hitlerjugend diamond emblem retains all of its original enamel. The quillion and pommel are nickel plated, with no lifting of the finish. This HJ knife is complete with its original nice painted scabbard. The scabbard has all of the original, factory applied glossy black paint. The leather belt loop is complete and sound, and remains pliable, with a functional retaining loop with snap. This Transitional HJ Knife – M7/36 with Motto has great eye appeal. It’s a choice piece, that remains in near mint condition.   A solid example. A excellent  used example showing the expected minor age and wear overall good condition. . One of the classic desirable collector’s items   from the third Reich in used but in good used condition.  Gettysburg Museum Certified (COA) provided.   100% Guaranteed to be authentic. Sold for historic purposes only. See our other pieces on our web site.  RARE MAKER! THE BEST!