"Have you seen a million dollars? Just because you haven't seen it, does not mean it does not exist". I forget the movie that quote came from, but it can apply to this dagger. As another member wrote on the GDC site as an in general remark, that you pretty much don't see younger collectors at these militaria shows...without people like me (younger collectors 30 and under years old) the future of the hobby does not look as bright as it did years ago. In my opinion, I like the dagger. It seems like it will be an ongoing debate. If anyone ever is in Maryland and wants to see it in person (time willing) I would be glad to show it.