WKC Heer Officers Dagger

This WKC Army Officer’s Dagger is very good with nice detailed fittings.The pommel of this dagger is in good condition, showing a little wear around the rim but nothing bad. The standing oak leaves and acorns are well detailed and have good  backgrounds. The crossguard retains some silvering and has a fine definition. The details throughout the characteristic WKC eagle are ok throughout the head, breast and wing feathering, talons and wreathed mobile swastika. The grip is a nice darker orange color, This grip is in very good condition with no splits or chips. The scabbard is a  WKC example that does show wear and one small indentation about halfway up.The carrying bands have an excellent pattern of overlapping oak leaves and acorns, with hand enhancing evident on each of the leaves. This blade does show some of original cross grain remaining and so called in out marks , the edge has a couple small edge defects but only to the touch.The reverse ricasso of the blade is etched with the Knight Head trademark of the WKC firm, and a large size leather blade washer is in place. The logo reads “WKC SOLINGEN.” it still has the silver portepee knot still attached and a beautiful pair of hangers marked D R G M as well. This set is uncleansed and has an amazing layer of undisturbed patina throughout.Nice solid undisturbed WKC dagger.