Germany, Hj. A Rare Member’s Knife, By C. Gustav Spitzer Newly Listed printed in black ink on

printed in black ink on both sides

The actions taken at Fresnoy were part of the defence of Vimy Ridge

was awarded this decoration in respect of the following services

but the end is certain

Germany, Hj. A Rare Member’s Knife, By C. Gustav Spitzer Newly Listed printed in black ink on(HJ Fahrtenmesser). A rare HJ Members Knife, measuring 25. 5 cm in total 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!), which has lost most of its colour and depth, remaining only faintly visible. The reverse ricasso bears a makers mark of C. GUSTAV SPITZER,