SMGL-2490 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger Un- Marked WKC *SOLD

This is a good condition late period produced dagger with classic WKC fittings. The blade is unmarked and the throat is a generic non WKC example which means either WKC had to source other throats or that this dagger is a smaller cottage firm that purchased parts mostly from WKC. When we examine the thin wire wrapped grip and celluloid with a wood and plaster core, we can more confidently attribute this to a late period small cottage maker rather then a direct from WKC example. The grip remains uncleaned and has 70+ years of hand oils and dirt in the grooves, but is in remarkable condition for a late period example. The late examples tend to be found in poor condition due to the semi hollow construction and vulnerability of the wood and plaster to the elements. The thin style two wire wrap in nice and tight. The ferrule on this one in in remarkable shape, I’m assuming its a nickel style due to the color and fact that there is zero oxidation which we would normally see on a ferrous example. The scabbard is an airplane grey but it seems to have had a lighter silver finish at one time. The hanger bands are the zinc type. The no maker blade has a few tiny dings, barely noticeable. The blade shows some superficial oxidation marks. There is no deep rust or pitting, but the oxidation has made the blade rather lack luster overall.

This dagger is a great value overall.