Third Reich Deluxe Model (No. 1711) Hunting Association Cutlass by Carl Eickhorn Solingen
Representative hunting sidearm of the German Hunting Association in luxury version Model 1711,
manufactured by the renowned maker Carl Eickhorn, Solingen.
Blade: Robust, single-edged wedge blade with double-sided decorative hunting etching
(featuring foliage and animal motifs). On the ricasso the Eickhorn logo with the iconic squirrel emblem.
The blade is brightly polished, showing a fine crossgrain near the base.
Grip: Handle made of genuine stag horn with inlaid DJ emblem
(“Deutsche Jägerschaft”) set between two relief oak leaves.
Silver-plated pommel and crossguard with finely detailed relief design.
The clamshell guard features a richly detailed capercaillie (wood grouse) motif.
Tang firmly secured with screw construction.
Scabbard: Green lacquered wood-leather scabbard with silver-plated fittings,
mouthpiece and tip of refined workmanship.
Preserved in excellent condition without dents or chips.
Total length: 45.5 cm.
Historical Context: German Hunting Association & Cutlass Model 1711
The Cutlass Model 1711 represents one of the most prestigious hunting sidearms of the
German Hunting Association (Deutsche Jägerschaft, DJ), which from 1934 acted as the central authority
for all hunting activities in Germany. Such edged weapons served both as symbols of rank and as part of the official uniform.
The firm Carl Eickhorn, Solingen was one of the leading producers of fine hunting weapons,
offering several models ranging from utilitarian field variants to
luxurious presentation pieces like this Model 1711.
Typical features include delicately engraved animal scenes, silver-plated mounts,
and the use of genuine stag horn grips.
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