Original German WWII Early Motto-Marked HJ Knife by Rare Maker Anton Wingen Jr. with Scabbard Military Equipment which is a somewhat simple

which is a somewhat simple design

The hilt may have influenced the design of 18th century continental hunting hangers

Austro- Hungarian WWI Pro Deo et Patria Military Medal 1914-1918

The markings on the top of the barrel are still fully legible:

Original German WWII Early Motto-Marked HJ Knife by Rare Maker Anton Wingen Jr. with Scabbard Military Equipment which is a somewhat simpleOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice early HJ Fahrtenmesser (trip knife) marked on the blade by blade by the rare maker Anton Wingen Jr, Stahlwarenfabrik of Solingen. This early HJ Knife is a good example of the type, though it does show wear and oxidation on the blade. The plating on the steel hilt is still mostly present, with just a few areas of wear through and light oxidation. The acid etched motto Blut und Ehre! (Blood and