Germany, Luftwaffe. A First Pattern Dagger United Republic of A” with other markings

A” with other markings

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unstitched and measuring 400 mm (l) x 100 mm (h)

Germany, Luftwaffe. A First Pattern Dagger United Republic of A” with other markings(Luftwaffe Dolch). A well preserved, first pattern Luftwaffe dagger, measuring 480 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 310 mm long polished magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and semi sharpened edges. Each side of the blade bears intricate and striking acid etched arabesque and floral designs, with the obverse also bearing a central Luftwaffe eagle clutching a mobile swastika, itself set above laurel leaf branches.