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Hi,
I know, there is a LOT of rubbish around like that one, but this one was offered to me from a good source. The pics are not the best, but the details I can see are not so bad. I never saw such a honor piece before. IMO it is not just a upgraded, early civil piece, the swas does not looks like simply added to the cross guard. The style of the lettering of the inscription concerns me. It does not look like the original "Fraktur" letters used in the period.
What do you think?
Thanks for comments!
Last edited by germandaggerman; 08/19/2013 08:50 AM.
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I would be leery of this one. No doubt it is impressive. The 1942 date seems suspicious, as does the purpose of the prize at that time. Edged weapons were all but out of the picture by the date shown and the configuration of the sword seems more appropriate for an earlier period. I would think if such a sword were prepared at that time for presentation, it would be the "officer candidate" SS degen. The maker, C&J, is well-known to be found on post-war spurious edged weapons. Could it be authentic? I suppose so, but there are too many illogical "flags" that make me question it, including, as you note, the lettering style.
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When you say you know there is a lot of rubbish around just stop and look at the grip on that thing then think on your comment. seriously thou the maker mark and over all crappy build are a give away.
Regards Sean
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thanks for your comments. I will pass on it.
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