Third Reich Luftwaffe Officers Dagger

An excellent example of the second pattern dagger, having much hand enhancement to the fittings. Pommel is well defined with no bumps or hits to the circumference and with very prominent swastica. Light orange grip is slightly lighter to the obverse, and is tightly wrapped with springy silver wire. Raised out crossguard eagle is a superb specimen, having highly detailed beak, brow and eye, and with every individual feather visible. These fittings are non magnetic and very heavy, possibly being of early brass construction. Plain, non maker marked plated blade is in excellent condition having only minor age greying which would polish out easily. A leather blade washer is present in the recess of the crossguard. Pebbled scabbard panels are well defined, as are the scabbard bands. It is interesting to note the swing wear present in the upper band, caused by the scabbard ring, indicating that this piece was worn for a considerable period, no doubt with pride.
A terrific example with many interesting features.

Code: 53519