I,m resurrecting this one again if I may. I have been following this intruiging subject since the start. Although unable to post pics. I have an unusual one I came across and bought about 10 yrs ago. Maker marked Kuhrt, Gau No. Crossguards,Oakleaf /acorn hand engraved with thin line background engraving which highlights the oakleaves.Fine line outline to the upper and lower surface of the crossguards. Upper/lower scabbard fittings lined like an Honor Dagger but very fine line and not so deep.Reverse of upper fitting engraved in the Typical double lined German fashion " SA Sturmfuhrer R.Mann SA Gau Essen" Scabbard covered in fine Morocco brown leather in the proper fashion,cut around the fittings (not under) two pieces butted down the edge of the scabbard. All metal heavily silver plated. Standard blade deep black motto.No graining an never had. Standard hanger long snout.The whole has lovely always been together look and undamaged just age. In any event as I am living in UK at this time,I arranged a meet with Fred yesterday at a UK Show.He gave it the "Business", I was stunned when he said,ITS GOOD. I always had a good feel for it and he made my day.Thanks Fred.I hope he has the chance to see the Others. Sorry to go on But..... Cheers Seiler (Yank in UK)
