{"product_id":"original-wwii-german-luftwaffe-2nd-model-officer-s-dagger-manufactured-by-smf","title":"Original WWII German Luftwaffe 2nd Model Officer’s Dagger manufactured by SMF","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal WWII German Luftwaffe 2nd Model Officer’s Dagger manufactured by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSMF, Solingen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with its original-style scabbard, officer’s suspension hangers, and silver portepee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an exceptionally attractive example featuring a beautiful deep orange celluloid grip with intact twisted wire wrap. The pommel retains excellent oak-leaf detail surrounding the swastika, while the distinctive Luftwaffe eagle crossguard remains crisp and well defined.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe double-edged blade remains exceptionally bright and clean for its age and is clearly marked with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSMF seated-king trademark over “SMF SOLINGEN,”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e along with the small acceptance\/proof marking above the maker logo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dagger is accompanied by its finely pebbled metal scabbard with decorative oak-leaf suspension bands and matching lower fitting. Also included is a complete set of Luftwaffe officer’s hangers featuring silver-gray woven straps, decorated metal fittings, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD.R.G.M.-marked hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The silver officer’s portepee remains tied around the hilt and completes the impressive appearance of the ensemble.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall condition is excellent, particularly the grip, blade, scabbard, and detailed fittings. The suspension hangers exhibit some expected age and wear to the leather components, consistent with an original period-used set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful and highly displayable Luftwaffe officer’s dagger ensemble from a desirable Solingen manufacturer. Complete examples retaining the dagger, scabbard, portepee, and suspension hangers are increasingly desirable among advanced WWII German edged-weapon and Luftwaffe collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43369678340173,"sku":null,"price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/30E33426-3E81-4128-9EEA-8608CAEE6674.jpg?v=1786047137","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/original-wwii-german-luftwaffe-2nd-model-officer-s-dagger-manufactured-by-smf","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}