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THE SCABBARD INSCRIPTION READS AS FOLLOWS "M-BOOT 40 WERMINRN SUCHT IST GOTT AM NACHSTEN" ENJOY,BOB
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Nice knife. Thanks for posting. Cheers
In Memory of Joe Mann Medal of Honor Recipient July 8, 1922 � September 19, 1944
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Are there any Navy Property Marks on the knife & scabbard?
Richard Kuchta
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Do you have some more pics of this dagger ? INSCRIPTION ? LH
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there is a nazi eagle, no M, acceptance stame on the lower belt loop flange of the scabbard. bob
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LH: will try to get some readable shots of the inscription this weekend. bob
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to LH: at your request I have posted 4 pictures of the inscription on the the diver's knife sheath.
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LH: HAVING A LITTLE TROUBLE GETTING THE SIZE RIGHT ON THE TRANSFER. SOOOOO
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Hi there Thank you very much for the pics. I have not so big knowledge about this type of daggers yet....il try to learn about them Anyone else ? Opinions? LH
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LH:
These knives were used before and after the war. They were used by civilians and by Navy divers.
I am told that the thing to look for is a maker mark and a waffen amp stamp if you are looking for military issue.
John
Always looking for Eickhorns and etched bayonets.
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Thanks John for that info LH
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