Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof - Mint Blade Gun Parts with the CG-4A also using

with the CG-4A also using aluminium to provide greater strength in its framing

and the establishment of the Irish Free State (the predecessor of the Republic of Ireland) in 1922

and still has most of the original markings

The bell measures a base diameter of 9 1/2 inches and a height of 9 inches including mounting stem

Here is the story of the day (courtesy of the website TRIBUTE TO THE 17th AIRBORNE DIVISION):

Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof - Mint Blade Gun Parts with the CG-4A also usingOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an example of an early war produced Type I version of the legendary Luftwaffe Fallschirmjger Messer, or German air force paratrooper knife (FJM or FKm). It was produced by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen, who were one of the major producers of this knife during WWII. The company "Sword and Wreath" logo is etched into the blade, as well as ROSTFREI (rust free) indicating stainless steel construction.