This 2nd Model Naval Dagger is in EXC condition, showing wear. Kriegsmarine model 1938. The maker mark is stamped by WKC Solingen. Dagger engraved with carrier name: Schrode.

Grip: The grip is tightly wrapped with twisted brass wire. The crossguard has good detail to the fouled anchor center block. Acanthus leaves decorate the surfaces of both of the crossguard arms, and they end in nipple-centered buttons.

Blade: The blade of this example is in good condition. The obverse ricasso is deeply stamped with the knighthead trademark. The firm's initials are stamped below, WKC Weyersberg Kirschbaum & Cie. Solingen.

Scabbard: The scabbard is the lightning bolt type. This scabbard has good detail to the palmettes around the bands, and to the lower lightning bolts, and acanthus leaves. The carrying bands show wear to the surfaces. The eyelets have triple serrations, also showing some wear. The throat is retained by two headless brass side-screws.