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WWII GERMAN HITLER YOUTH LEADER'S DAGGER.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,100.00 USD Estimated At:2,200.00 - 3,200.00 USD
WWII GERMAN HITLER YOUTH LEADER'S DAGGER.

Overall length: 14". Blade length: 9 1/2". Blade is etched on the front "BLUT UND EHRE!". The reverse is etched "RZM M7/36". Rectangular aluminum crossguard with rope like edging. Braided wire wrapped grip. Pommel with Hitler Youth diamond at the top. Dark blue Moroccan leather covered iron scabbard with plated mounts. Top mount features a Hitler Youth eagle with Party symbol on its chest. An exceptionally rare dagger that would benefit greatly from a professional cleaning. CONDITION: blade has dark spots on the surface scattered throughout but no noted pitting. Hilt shows light wear & grip wire is nearly completely intact. Scabbard body retains 98+% of original leather covering. Mounts are heavily tarnished. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jack Verret Sr. (02-16472/BF). $2,200-3,200.