Early SA by Giesen & Forsthoff
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Rating a 7 out of 10 on the McSarr rarity scale, here's a nice untouched piece with lots of nicotine patina. Blade shows some age most likely from old fingerprints. Motto is crisp and nice black! Some crossgrain remains. The blade rates a Exc+. Undented scabbard is in good shape with near perfect anodizing! There is some bruising to the ball but it still maintains it's original shape. The fittings show period wear and much matching patina. The fittings are all nickel silver. All screws are intact! Hardwood handle displays good grain and if free of cracks. There is an absolutely miniscule flake to the upper left obverse where the wood meets the crossguard. Yes, I know most would not mention it but No surprises are my policy| and yes I am anal!! Eagle is perfectly fit with patina to the recesses. Roundel retains 100% of enamel. The handle shoulders and radii nicely fit the solid nickel guards. The crossguard is stamped "Ns", which is correct for this maker, (see Fisher's guide). Blade is nicely set into the crossguard. All the patina matches everywhere. All the fits are there and exactly like I try to buy 'em- never been apart!
| Rating: | Exc+ |
| Item Number: | SA-16816 |
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