2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by E. Pack

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A M1937 Fliegerdolch by E. Pack of Solingen. This is an interesting example of a 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger. The plated blade on this one someone tried to sharpen. I say tried because it's not sharp. There are scuffs to the cutting edge and a bit of roughness. The "Siegfried Waffen Ernst Pack & Sohne MBH Waffenfabrik Solingen" maker mark is very clear. It has a perfect tip and nice fit. The blade on this one rates a Exc. The blued pebbled leather buffer pad remains intact. The Pack steel based, nickel-silver plated scabbard looks good, with minor wear and some oxidation. It depicts awesome details throughout, with the random pebbling, oak leaves and acorns. It remains completely dent free and the throat retaining screws remain intact! The aluminum eagle crossguard, steel ferrule and pommel all look awesome! The eagle has good detail to its head, feathers, wings and top side oak leaves and acorns. The pommel is beautifully hand enhanced and wonderfully displays that unique E. Pack specific feature of the "dots" around the swas! The grip had me stumped till I took a good look. It's wood with some wee chips under the portepee. It I believe started life as a celluloid over wood example. At some point the original owner removed the celluloid and painted the grip off white! It absolutely shows period wear. The aluminum springy wire wrap remains tightly intact. Wonderful matching patina throughout! A great addition to your collection!