2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by Spitzer

German WWII > Edged Weapons > Luftwaffe, DLV & NSFK Daggers > 2nd Model Luftwaffe Daggers

A M1937 Fliegerdolch by Gustav Spitzer of Solingen. A seldom seen maker on this one! The bright blade on this one looks great! The dark and crisp, acid etched "Gustav Spitzer Solingen" maker mark is beautifully executed. The crossgrain is easily visible from hilt to tip and it continues to hold a tight fit and perfect tip! There is some age stain that progressively improves towards the hilt. Overall the blade rates a solid Exc++! The original buffer pad remains intact. The steel based airplane grey plated scabbard looks great! It is wonderfully detailed with the random pebbling, oak leaves and acorns throughout. There is some minor oxidization spotting throughout. It continues to remain dent free! The side screws remain intact and unturned. The matching patinaed eagle crossguard looks awesome! It is beautifully detailed throughout the eagles feathers, wings and top side embossed acorns and oak leaves! The steel ferrule and pommel are also both nicely detailed! Some gilt remains to the swas's. The solid wood based grip looks excellent being chip and crack-free! Yes, solid wood! some of these were made but soon dropped in favor of plaster and celluloid. The double twist brass wire wrap is in perfect condition is a bit loose.