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In memory of my loyal companion Nitro.
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Nice dagger Rich, and your not kidding about the ugly bird,, that beak looks better than some of the noses Ive seen on people. The crossgrain on the blade stands out nicely. As usual your pics with extreme close ups are crystal clear. Larry
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Rich, I remember this beautifull example from your earlier post. I wouldn't mind having that one in my collection. I think it's a stunning piece in great condition.
Danny
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Great fittings and scabbard on this SMF Rich! These are known for lifting in the plating. I think this is a very nice one!! Kevin.
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Great example and lovely patina. Your pictures aren't too shoddy either .
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Lovely example I personally like the SMF bird this dagger has everything you want to see on an SMF
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A real beauty. Thanks for showing it again, I don't tire of seeing the early ones.
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fine SMF, i have the same one. Great finds
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Yours does not look like the type with the typical light weight fittings. Either that or it has remained in better condition than most by a long stretch. I know where one has been sitting for over 12 months but it`s the usual light weight crap quality and not worth bothering with IMO. Would certainly jump on a brass based but they are hard to find. Hideous looking bird makes you wonder how they settled on that design. Probably the reason why they didn`t make many was that nobody wanted the ugly sob swinging from their hip.
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Gentleman, Much obliged by your kind words and respected opinions.
Landser, I was unaware of the two base metal fittings on this maker dagger. I pulled my pommel off and checked out the threads, turns out this dagger has the light weight fittings, I'm assuming aluminum. As for it's good condition, it was kept in the Vet's house since it was brought back, as opposed to the basement or attic.
Thanks again.
Rich
In memory of my loyal companion Nitro.
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Rich, I have been waiting a very long time to find a good one and have pretty well given up. If finding one is hard then finding a good one is nigh on impossible. Yours is a keeper for sure.
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I second that! I have a SMF heer dagger in my collection but it's not half as beautiful as yours.
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