Buchel is an uncommon maker for Army daggers but with plentiful items, condition is everything. The lack of crossguard plating and overall condition of the blade (including what looks like sharpening), I fear the collector value on this item is low indeed. And the crossguard finish being so different from the pommel and ferrule, I'm not entirely positive it isn't a parts piece, despite the fact a generic guard would be correct for Buchel.
If you're considering buying it, I'd suggest you spend a little more on one in better condition.
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