Germany, Hj. A Member’s Knife GTRexclude with the paint finish on

with the paint finish on the core nearly untouched

the centre reverse displays a red-enamelled centre surrounded by the inscription M

the reverse features a single pin assembly with dual stays and four rivets for the white enamelled stars

if not the first fraternity

Dutzvolunteered for the German Air Service and received training as an aerial gunner and observer

Germany, Hj. A Member’s Knife GTRexclude with the paint finish on(HJ Fahrtenmesser). An HJ members knife, measuring 25. 5 cm in length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 14 cm long, nickel plated, magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and lower edge. Acid etched onto the obverse of the blade is an inscription of BLUT UND EHRE! (BLOOD AND HONOUR!). It sits securely within a one piece, nickel plated, magnetic steel hilt with a hooked quillon and intact black leather buffer pad. The handle grip is