So I have had this dagger for many years, it was given to my grandfather in the 60's by a neighbor when he was stationed in Germany, the gentleman was merely cleaning out his attic and planning to toss everything out. It was later given to me, though he knew little about it. My research has led me to believe that it is pre-3rd Reich, and potentially a Bavarian forestry dagger, due to the bone/antler hilt.

The blade is etched with primarily floral designs but tarnishing and years of play (My father and his brother used to quite literally use them as toys) make it very difficult to see in photographs. It measures about 2 feet in length. I would really love to know more about the history of this dagger/sword, and potential collectors value regardless of its less than stellar condition. Can anyone help me out?

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0Bzfaj3pONNDdd05TZkYwM2x3eDFFV3EwOWVTNl8zQnpjNUxj

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0Bzfaj3pONNDdMERPTWxBOVlQQTBXZ2kyemlwUEp2aVRJeEFR

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0Bzfaj3pONNDdeEhGd2pUeURJbGVXeFpUVmNHaDItalRDbFBv

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0Bzfaj3pONNDdT0lHcjgwdU5BaDU1U2dKVEZPNi1MQm1wc3ZZ

James
This piece was made around 1890-1900, an early piece used by shooting association members or members of a veteran organisation, a fairly common piece that is not directly related to any particular German state. Value would be around $200.

Gary