Original German WWII Miniature Salesman's Sample 1st Model Luftwaffe Dagger Scabbard
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a "Miniature" 1st Model Luftwaffe dagger, which we have only ever seen a few of. The "2nd Model" examples are far more common. This example is not maker marked, but is stamped GERMANY on the blade. 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 hilt of this example is solid cast nickel alloy, with a painted on "grip", and shows the usual round pommel with "sunwheel" style swas insignia on each side, and a "wing" crossguard with smaller "sunwheel" insignia in the middle. The hilt is still solidly attached to the nickel plated steel blade, which is in very good condition. The scabbard for the blade made from blue faux leather, stitched together on the back, and does not have any fittings on the top or bottom.
A lovely example of a miniature first model Luftwaffe Dagger, ready to research and display!
Specifications:
Blade Length: 5 1/2"
Overall length: 7 3/4”
Crossguard: 1 3/4”
Scabbard Length: 5 3/4”
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