Etched 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger

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

M1937 Fliegerdolch für Offiziere. The frosted etch was a special order and privately purchased by a well-heeled officer. The etched Emil Voos pattern blade on this one has suffered some abuse as there are a few hits to the "cutting edge" like some kids played swords with it. The etch is crisp, correctly displaying the Luftwaffe eagle flanked by laurel leaf and berry sprigs and a decorative intertwined floral motif. The is the "no dot" variation shown on pg. 234 of Witty's Luftwaffe reference. The blade on this one rates Exc. It has some plating loss towards the tip. The leather buffer pad remains intact. The generic scabbard is steel based and airplane grey plated. It shows period wear and remains completely dent free. It depicts nice detail throughout, with the random pebbling, oak leaves and acorns. The side throat retaining screws remain intact. The burnished eagle crossguard has crisp detail throughout the eagle’s head, feathers, wings and top side embossed oak leaves and acorns. The steel ferrule displays a nice oak-leaf pattern. The pommel looks excellent with the centered mobile swastika encircled by oak leaves and acorns. Traces of gilt remain. The celluloid over plaster grip is chip and crack-free. The springy grip wire remains intact. This piece comes with a worn set of hangers.