#88324
05/24/2007 02:33 AM
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Here is a sweet SA, straight the late vet's daughter. I thought this was a rare maker, an 8 on the McSaar scale. Very dark brown scabbard, though the age doesn't help it either. Nice grip. original hanger.
John Merling vintagetime@yahoo.com
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#88325
05/24/2007 02:34 AM
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#88326
05/24/2007 02:34 AM
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#88327
05/24/2007 02:36 AM
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#88328
05/24/2007 02:38 AM
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#88329
05/24/2007 02:41 AM
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very nice!
i bet its cool to pick one up outta the woods...
i have yet to do that...
cool maker too
congrats!
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#88330
05/24/2007 02:46 AM
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Beautiful dagger John - great untouched matching patina and nice grip too!
Regards
Russell
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#88331
05/24/2007 03:15 AM
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Congrats John, great dagger. Grip looks to be cherry wood.
John
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#88332
05/24/2007 05:58 AM
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#88333
05/24/2007 07:10 AM
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Wow! You usually don't get them that clean from vets anymore.  Congrats John!  -wagner-
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#88334
05/24/2007 09:53 AM
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Very nice, that grip is in fantastic condition and just check out the grip to crossguard fittings! You gotta be happy with that... well done.
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#88335
05/24/2007 09:54 AM
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Really nice uncommon Om Gau mark to boot
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#88336
05/24/2007 11:52 AM
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Thanks guys, this one is a definite keeper! The blade is much nicer than I can ever seem to show with pictues. It seems photos, and the lighting at militaria shows, seems to highlight and magnify every little defect.
John
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#88337
05/24/2007 08:20 PM
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Very very nice. It's good to know that one went to someone who will appreciate it. I was one of those interested in that one. Did the seller request an essay of you as well? Really weird  . If so, what were the magic words?
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#88338
05/24/2007 09:10 PM
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Yes, it was rather strange, and the dagger wasn't "cheap"....
Here's what I sent:
My grandfather fought in WWII, and left me his WWII stuff. I have always loved history, and have collected WWII items for over 25 years. I have a couple of display cases in my office, and I think patients would appreciate a little history lesson.
So, I don't know, I pretty much figured I wouldn't get it....but was pleasantly surprised.
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#88339
05/24/2007 11:19 PM
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It's amazing you have the time to beat the bushes looking for daggers when your work keeps you busy beating the beavers. Mike
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#88340
05/25/2007 03:32 AM
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Yeah Dr. Mike, I delivered 3 yesterday, .....I'm bushed! 
John Merling vintagetime@yahoo.com
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