My M7/6

[unimarc]

I guys,
I would like to show you my acquisition .
A RZM M7/6 H&F Lauterjung with motto.
The knife is in pretty good condition, although used . The sheath is sadly stripped from its original paint and a bit salty, leather is good .
Handle slabs and diamond is flawless !
I believe this is what you refer to as a transitional 2nd pattern !?? Dated 1936-38 !??
The guard is somewhat bend, but show no signs of breakage :-/
Does anyone know if the guard and handle piece is drop forged or cast steel ??
If cast I do not dare to straighten the guard ;-0

I would very much appreciate any input on my knife .
Mfg
Marc

[Mac 66]

Hi Marc,


Thats not a bad looking Transitional from the 1936 - 1938 period

the hilt/fingerguard is made from Steel but i would not risk trying to bend it back !

if it was a Zinc based hilt the fingerguard would have been broken clean off


Congrats on your latest find





Regards Mac 66.

[gerrit]

Hi Marc,

at least the knife has been produced before the end of 1936 when the Motto was abandoned.
I could well be issued later and the rzm stamp could be applied on old stock, making this a trans/dual marked knife.
The knife looks very well, and the scabbard...well we take them as they come

Regards,
Ger

[unimarc]

Thanks a lot Mac and Ger .
I guess you would leave the guard as it is too, Ger !?
Mfg
Marc

[gerrit]

Hi Marc,

i would take Mac's advice at heart, its old steel and breaking it is plausibel.
I would leave it this way to.

Ger