Original Item: Only One Available. This is an very good condition German Army Officer's Dagger, named and dated on the reverse of the cross guard:

We assume this to mean that the dagger was most likely a Christmas gift to the officer, given the date. The dagger is not maker marked, and looks to have a nickel plated blade, something we rarely see on Army Officer daggers. This example was most likely bespoke, custom assembled and named, which explains why there is no maker marking on the blade. Raw blades were often purchased unmarked from the major makers by retailers, so that they could be customized to the owner's wishes.

This high end dagger comes complete with its original scabbard. The pommel of this dagger is in very good condition, showing a little wear and a bit of scratching throughout the bottom, but nothing bad. The silvering has a nice aged patina throughout, and the standing oak leaves and acorns are crisply detailed and have good backgrounds.

The silver plated crossguard is in similar condition, with a nice patinated finish, with oxidized accents, and some areas of finish bubbling. The details throughout the eagle are exceptional throughout the head, breast and wing feathering, talons and wreathed mobile hook cross. The grip ferrule looks to be plated brass alloy, and is a bit oxidized.

The celluloid grip itself is a very nice beige color, and is in very good condition, having faded from the original ivory color. There is overall cracking, as it looks like the surface was lacquered or enameled when made, but we do not see any major cracks or chips. The leather blade buffer is still present in the recess of the guard, though there is a bit of movement as well.

The excellent nickel plated blade is bright throughout, with no oxidation or plating flaking that we can see. The needle-like tip is still intact, with no bending. The edge has not been sharpened, and the only wear is from the runners.

The scabbard is a fine example, and is plated steel. This straight scabbard has very crisp, finely grained panels. The carrying bands have an excellent pattern of overlapping oak leaves and acorns, which are nicely enhanced, but also show some wear. The throat is the thinner style, and has dome head securing screws on the narrow sides. The finish looks to be silver or nickel, and has a great slightly oxidized patina.

A really excellent example of this model of dagger, custom made and named to an officer. Ready to display!

Specifications:
Blade Length: 10"
Overall length: 15 1/2”
Crossguard: 3 1/4”
Scabbard Length: 11”

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.