G1047.)LUFTWAFFE 1st MODEL OFFICER'S DAGGER: nice example with clean blade showing light in/our wear from scabbard action. No rusting nor any blemishing to surfaces. Reverse ricasso is marked with the familiar squirrel-grasping-sword logo and 'ORGINAL EICKHORN, SOLINGEN'. Has its original blue leather buffer pad. Handsome nickel-silver cross guards, attractively toned with patina. Surfaces exhibit an attractive rainbow toning. Intact dark blue leather grip, a few minor and tiny scuffs. Intact and perfect twisted silver wire wrap. Dark blue leather covered scabbard; minor wear and age. No major problems, just the typical, expected age and wear. Handsomely toned nickel-silver plated scabbard fittings and drag. No dents. All leather parts are in a good state of preservation. Has intact aluminum chain hanger. Spring clip at end is marked with familiar maker 'OCL' for Overhoff & Cie, Ludenscheid. EXC++++