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Miniature 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger. Alcoso, ACS
scales TM. This superb Alcoso example measuring
10 1/8" in overall length was recently obtained
in Germany. Silver plated hilt fittings show dark,
gun-metal gray age patina to the well detailed oak
leaf pommel with swastikas, which appear to never
have been gilted, Army pattern ferrule as used by
Alcoso, and crossguard with Luftwaffe eagle which
retains 100% of the factory darkening in the recesses
of the wings. Light yellow, nicely toned, solid
celluloid grip is perfect with no cracks or chips,
and is complete with tight twisted wire wrap. Plated
blade measuring approximately 6" in length
grades Near MINT showing only faint surface wear/runner
marks with no lifting or crazing to the plating
and no nicks to the cutting edges. Blade is complete
with original dark felt buffer pad. Dent-free silver-plated
scabbard shows dark age patina matching the hilt
fittings, with portions of factory lacquer remaining
on upper scabbard above the suspension bands. Scabbard
features superb detailing to the pebbled body as
well as to the oak leaf suspension bands. Superb
Alcoso miniature/salesman sample dagger. Exc++/Near
MINT (23401) $1,095.

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