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I think the best way to buy stuff is just because you like it, it doesn't have to be anything special but for me it has to have condition. Picked this piece up this morning, it was one of those "had to have it pieces". An early war time Alcoso with the all black scabbard that they bought in, not all Alcoso's used in house fittings. What is unusual on this piece is the amount of gilt left in the swastika's, I think a trait not often seen on Alcoso's, I've seen where they have blackened over the years but this is a first to me in this condition, I looked long and hard at the gilt before I was sure it was original.
The bonus was the deluxe straps in just as good as the condition of the dagger, looking at the overall patina of this piece I think they are original to the piece.
Gary
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Always looking for Eickhorns and etched bayonets.
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I was at Chatham Dockyard this morning when Gary displayed this wonderful find at the show. Looks even better in hand, thanks for sharing Gary.
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G, That's one good looking Luft mate, super!  B~
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Superb 2nd patt Gary well done
Regards Sean
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Great looking Luft. Congrats... a real beauty!
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Great looking War time luft! First Alcoso I have seen with guilt, Congrats! Kevin.
It's ALL in the DETAILS!!.......
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Yea that Gary has a great eye for Quality 
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Thanks guys, it's been a while since I've had a 2nd luft and this one is right up there with the best I've ever had.
Gary
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Gary beautiful 2nd model finish is spectacular.
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