First Model Kriegsmarine Dagger (rare black grip) by Alcoso
SOLD!
Here’s a real nice, early first pattern Kriegsmarine dagger with hard to come by black grip by the Alcoso firm. Typically we see these with white grips so it’s a real treat to have one in black. This dagger overall is in exceptional condition. The pommel cap (nicknamed the “flame top”) has retained remarkable detail, displaying at least 95% of its factory detail, with no notable dings or flaws…
Out of stock
Here’s a real nice, early first pattern Kriegsmarine dagger with hard to come by black grip by the Alcoso firm. Typically we see these with white grips so it’s a real treat to have one in black.
This dagger overall is in exceptional condition. The pommel cap (nicknamed the “flame top”) has retained remarkable detail, displaying at least 95% of its factory detail, with no notable dings or flaws. The fit to the tang is nice and snug. The black grip with original braided gold wire is also without flaw. The guard displays the traditional Third Reich period anchor design on one side, beneath the beautifully braided original golden portepee, and the elongated diamond design on the reverse. The guard (as well as the pommel) shows some verdigris spotting, which we love to see since it can imply the piece has been untouched for many years. The scabbard retainer button is fully functional, and remnants of the original red scabbard buffer pad remain, although most of the pad has been lost to the years.
The double-engraved blade etching on this dagger is stunning! While there are some age spots on both sides, they absolutely do not detract from the magnificent sailing ship motif of the blade etching. The photos do not do this blade the justice it deserves. If you’ve ever purchased a dagger based on photos you know what I mean. The dagger in-hand is always so much nicer than the photos illustrate so keep this in mind. Photos tend to amplify the flaws. On the reverse of the blade near the guard is the Alcoso firm’s maker mark stamp, “A C S” wrapped around a set of scales.
The matching original scabbard keeps in line with the beauty and elegance of the rest of the dagger. We usually see these soft brass scabbard with severe dings, dents and deep tarnishing. Not this example! The scabbard shows only modest use wear and only a couple extremely minor impact dings that we only note for full disclosure; you have to look at the scabbard in the right light, and at the right angle to even see them. The thick rope design hanger bands show honest use wear (from rubbing against the wearer) but nothing more.
This is a hard to find dagger and won’t last at this price. If you’ve been in the market for a fist model Kriegsmarine navy dagger, this is the one to buy. You just don’t find these with the black grip.[/fusion_text]
Related products
-
German Helmets
Luftwaffe M35 Helmet – Reissue (former DD reissued as SD) with Rare Huber Jordan & Körner Decal
SOLD!This is quite a unique helmet in several ways. It started it’s life as a double-decal M35 helmet, and was period repainted (possibly camo paint) with the scarce Huber Jordan & Körner replacement Luftwaffe decal applied over the new paint. The decal in itself is a real hard one to come by, and with the soldier’s name applied to the tape on the inside only makes this one more special!
-
German Daggers & Knives
Land Customs Dagger by Carl Eickhorn
SOLD!Here we have a good looking Land Customs Official’s Dagger with the nice deep blue leather wrapped grip and scabbard body, but maker Carl Eickhorn. The dagger as a whole appears to be untouched, and uncleaned, with some rust spotting in areas of the scabbard fittings and hanger rings, which we do see with these daggers.
-
German Daggers & Knives
Early Ground Rohm SS Dagger by Gottlieb Hammesfahr
SOLD!A nicely aged Gottlieb Hammesfahr ground Rohm SS Dagger here for the collector looking for a great dagger at a great price! The grip has a couple of small chips on the reverse that are obvious in the photos, however the front of the dagger, which is the side that will display, is nice and free of chips and cracks!
-
German Helmets
Named Luftschutz Gladiator Helmet
SOLD!Some of the most undervalued helmets in our opinion are these Luftschutz Gladiator Helmets. They’re some of the neatest looking helmets, with a decal that displays very well on the bookshelf.
-
German Daggers & Knives
Luftwaffe Dagger – Unmarked 2nd Model
SOLD!We have here a 2nd model Luftwaffe Dagger with the very desirable orange grip. The grip itself is without cracks or chips, but there is what appears to be the letters “AH” hand carved into the front side near the top.
-
German Daggers & Knives
Early SA Dagger by maker C.G. Haenel Suhl
SOLD!A truly exceptional early example of an SA Dagger by the C.G. Haenel firm. It doesn’t get much better than this in terms of overall quality. From handle to tip this is a real screamer! The nice walnut grip on this dagger shows some of the most striking grain of any SA daggers out there. Very few dings or scratches can be found on the surface, and no notable cracks.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.