DLV Knife by F. A. Helbig
Model 1934 - Nationalsozialistisches Fliegerkorps Fliegermesser by F. & A. Helbig, Gaefler of Steinbach kr. M. The blade on this one looks great. The acid etched “Gaefler” surrounded by “F. & A. Helbig Steinbach kr. M” maker mark is nicely executed. The crossgrain looks great. The tip comes to a perfect point and the fit is nice and tight. The blade rates an Exc++. It shows age staining, spotting and surface scratches throughout. The original blue pebbled leather buffer pad continues to remain intact. The steel based blue pebbled leather covered scabbard looks excellent. There is some loss to the edge seam along with typical scuffs throughout. The solid nickel-silver fittings look excellent. The ball has a bruise yet continues to retain a nice round shape. All four screws remain intact. The throat is correctly marked with the DLV logo. The scabbard/dagger fit is perfect. The solid nickel-silver hilt fittings look excellent perfectly matching the scabbard fitting in color, wear and patina. The wood based blue pebbled leather covered grip looks great. It shows the odd pressure mark and some fading matching the scabbard. There are two seams to the obverse. The end of the crossguard is “K” (kaster) marked. The black enameled swastikas are practically perfect. Finally, the original hanger is intact with a solid well working nickel-silver clip. An excellent example.
| Rating: | Exc++ |
| Item Number: | DLV-37693 |
| Price: | $1,599.95 USD |
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