Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof - Mint Blade Gun Parts We purchased this revolver as

We purchased this revolver as a "THUNDERER" and it is in fine working order and condition

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

somewhat reducing the size of the blade

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

trouble was encountered in lifting the landing gear on one side

Original German WWII Early Luftwaffe Gravity Knife by Paul Weyersberg & Co. of Solingen with Waffen Proof - Mint Blade Gun Parts We purchased this revolver asOriginal 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.