2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by SMF

German WWII > Edged Weapons > Luftwaffe, DLV & NSFK Daggers > 2nd Model Luftwaffe Daggers

A M1937 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger (Fliegerdolch) by SMF of Solingen. The choice plated blade on this is fair. The seated king “SMF Solingen” maker mark and proof stamp just above it are nicely executed. It has a sharp tip and fit. The blade on this one rates a Exc+. It has heavy age grey throughout, the tip has been every-so-slightly re-shaped and there are scratches throughout. The original blue pebbled buffer pad remains intact. The steel based airplane grey plated scabbard looks excellent. It depicts great details throughout, with the random pebbling, oak leaves and acorns. It remains completely dent free. Both headless retaining screws remain intact and unturned. The aluminum bands are very nice. The top band shows wear to the inside of the hole from lots of period wear. The burnished aluminum Luftwaffe eagle crossguard has amazing detail to its head, feathers, wings and top side oak leaves and acorns. The aluminum pommel is beautifully hand enhanced to the sides. The early trylon grip has aged to a dark orange over time. It has a cracks throughout. The aluminum springy wire wrap remains tightly intact. Comes with a worn repaired portepee. Textbook SMF construction.