UBB.threads Forums Thread Like Summary - Bulgarian Royal Air Force Dirk

Hi Everyone,

I figured it was a good time to discuss the Air Force dirk so I will kick it off.

Here are several pics of the Air Force dirks in my collection. One is marker marked “Eickhorn” and it has an etched blade. The other dirk in not maker marked and it has a plain blade. Based on the variations I have observed or owned, I speculate there are possibly 3 or 4 manufactures and/or parts suppliers for these dirks. I have seen Eickhorn, Horster and Holler as German manufactures. Pieces made by these firms always seem to have an etched blade. I believe the non etched blade versions were possibly produced in both Germany and Bulgaria. There appears to be more variations in these pieces than other Bulgarian daggers. I will post more comparison pics and share my thoughts about these variations as the discussion moves along.


Gary

Although using the latest technology the fakers are getting better and better, they still have to learn a lot in order to reach the classical style and quality of old school.
One who has had the opportunity to see the original dagger, can not be fooled yet, thank God.

The latest faker's creation appeared the market before couple of months ago.