Water Customs Dagger by E.&F. Hörster
An Early Model 1937 - Dolch für Offiziere des Wasserzoll-Beamte by E.&F. Hörster Co. Solingen. Textbook water customs purchased from Vet by me. The blade on this piece is a gorgeous example. It features wonderful crossgrain all the way from the hilt to the tip. The acid etched “E.&F. Hörster Solingen” maker mark is dark crisp and beautifully executed. The fit is nice and tight and the tip comes to a perfect point. The blade rates NM/Mint-. It features the slightest spotting. The buffer pad continues to remain intact. The scabbard is wrapped in a blue leatherette with three brass based gold gilded fittings, each secured by a steel screw. It shows the slightest scuffs with traces of original gold gilding. The hilt fittings are all brass based and gold gilded. The eagle is beautifully hand enhanced. The ferrule and pommel feature a decorative acanthus leaf design. The pommel has pressure marks to either side of it. The wood based blue leatherette covered grip looks excellent. Typical hand wear. It holds the correct springy wire wrap. The whole piece has beautiful matching patina. This one comes with a the correct ‘cats ass’ portepee. This is an extremely rare and early dagger. If you’ve been in the market for one of these do not hesitate as it will be gone.
| Rating: | Exc++/NM |
| Item Number: | CU-27563 |
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