WW2 German Hitler Youth Knife With Scabbard Maker K. and Co With Motto

The WW2 German Hitler Youth Knife With Scabbard, marked by maker K. and Co, is a historical sidearm issued to members of the Hitler Youth during the National Socialist period in Germany. This example includes both the original knife and its scabbard. The knife typically features a single-edged steel blade with the etched Hitler Youth motto, a nickel-plated hilt with checkered grips, and an inset enamel Hitler Youth diamond emblem. The blade bears the maker’s mark “K. and Co,” referencing the Solingen-based manufacturer. The scabbard is constructed of metal, often finished in black paint, complete with a leather belt loop and securing strap. Designed as a symbol of allegiance and a functional utility tool for youth organization activities, the knife reflects the militarization and indoctrination characteristic of the era. This piece is representative of the period’s material culture and is sought after for its historical significance and identifiable manufacture.