Item:
ONJR22MAX042

Original German WWII Miniature Army Heer Officer Dagger / Letter Opener with Scabbard

Item Description

Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a "Miniature" 2nd Model Luftwaffe dagger, which have been observed from several different makers. This example is however unmarked, which actually is the most common way to find these. Often referred to as "salesman samples", there is definitely debate over the purpose of these miniature daggers, which are quite useful as letter openers as well. They are constructed much as the full size daggers, but the idea of a miniature dagger to be used as a sample by sales staff seems somewhat suspect, as the real thing isn't excessively large.

The celluloid grip of this miniature dagger still retains the original "ivory" color, though interestingly it is not "spiraled" like most full size daggers we see. There is no cracking or other major damage seen, though overall the handle and crossguard are loose on the blade tang. The hilt mounts look to zinc alloy, which were possibly plated at one point, but now show a dull zinc patina. The crossguard has the standard "Spread Wing" Heer Eagle over a wreathed mobile swas (hook cross), with the bird looking to the left, with the rear side smooth. Both ends of the crossguard terminate in scroll finials. The pommel fitting is still attached to the tang tightly, and shows the iconic "oak leaf and acorns" motif going around the entire circumference.

The blade is in very good condition, bright throughout and having almost all of the original cross grain easily visible. This texture is iconic, and is the definitive identifying characteristic for a real WWII German Blade. The scabbard for this miniature dagger looks to be a single piece of cast alloy, then plated. It replicates the look of the full size scabbard, but is made from only one piece. There are holes for hanger rings, but none are present.

A very interesting miniature Army Heer Officer dagger, complete with scabbard. Ready to add to your collection!

Specifications:
Blade Length: 5"
Overall length: 7 3/8”
Crossguard: 1 3/8”
Scabbard Length: 5 3/8"

The German Army (Heer) first carried a dagger beginning in 1935. The weapon was worn in lieu of occasions not demanding the wearing of a more formal sword. The dagger design was quite attractive featuring silvered heavy fittings with white or colored grip. The crossguard depicted a Wehrmacht open-winged eagle clutching a wreathed swas.

The pommel depicted oak leafing around the outer circumference. The scabbard had panels of pebble designs. Later produced examples were plated with nickel, and late war-made pieces were unplated, finished in a gray color metal. These daggers are often encountered with an aluminum portepee.

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