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This one rates 8 out of 10 on McSaars SA Rarity Rating! The blade on this one looks excellent. The acid etched "Alles fur Deutschland" motto and "Rich. Balke & Sohne Solingen B. R .& S. S." maker mark are both beautifully executed! The blade has a perfect tip and perfect fit! Nice crossgrain remains as well! The blade rates an easy Exc++. There is some monor age spotting, one small age stain and surface scratches throughout. The steel based, brown anodized scabbard body is beautiful! It shows some minor crazing yet 70% of the original factory lacquer remains intact and it remains completely dent free! The fittings are solid nickel. The ball has been pushed in and the loop and ring are lost to time. All screws continue to remain intact. The scabbard/crossguard fit is perfect! The solid nickel crossguards are perfect! The lower-reverse crossguard is marked "Wf" (Westfallen). The crossguard/grip fits are perfect! Look at that grip, it's freaking awesome!! A few pressure marks but that's it! No cracks, flakes, chips or splits. The solid nickel eagle is beautifully detailed and fits perfectly into the grip! The roundel is perfect. This piece has an excellent grip, blade and fitting! A great clean piece!
Rating: | Exc++ |
Item Number: | SA-13378 |
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