Luftwaffe Dagger [1937] with Knot & Damascus Blade

Luftwaffe Dagger [1937] with Knot & Damascus Blade

This 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger is in EXC++ condition with Artificial Damascus Blade. Model 1937. The total length is 42.2 cm.

Grip: The pommel has good detail to the oak leaves that surround the swastikas on both sides. These oak leaves have hand enhancements, and good pebbling in the plain areas. The crossguard features a fine, Luftwaffe eagle flying to the left, clutching a mobile swastika in his talons. The detail to the bird's head and breast area is still mint. The pebbled pattern on the reverse is also in good condition. The grip is a wartime white example, which is the style that has a carved wood base internally. This grip is in very good condition, except for a couple of extremely small hairliners that appear in the upper rib section. The grip is tightly wrapped with twisted, silver wire.

Blade: The blade is an artificially etched example, which is done in the pattern of "small roses". The blade is in EXC++  condition throughout. The artificial Damascus was known as the "poor man's Damascus", as it certainly was priced a lot cheaper than a true Damascus blade, but yet gave a fine, dramatic effect to the piece. The original leather blade buffer is in place.

Scabbard: The scabbard appears to be a generic style. This scabbard is nice and straight throughout, and has good, plated surfaces. The bands have good detail to the oak leaves positioned on 45 degree angles around the circumference. The throat is retained by two mount screws, one on each side.

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