I can agree that this type of sword(s) without the SS grip insignia is/are original swords that was/were made and worn during the NS Zeit. I can agree they could be private purchase swords. I can agree they certainly seem to be associated with the Junkerschule in photos quite often. I can agree they are not awarded SS-Ehrendegen.
How then can the sword that started this thread be proper? It has the blade of an Ehrendegen awarded by the RFSS. It has the hilt without the SS grip insignia. Please tell me how this is possible if this particular sword is original and of the period?
I guess that I need to stop beating about the bush and plainly state that I do not believe this particular sword is proper. Either the blade is a reproduction (as Tom Johnson indicates in his list) or it has been assembled from parts.
George
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