Description
Product Description: This is an excellent example of a Slant Grip Heer Dagger, with a striking look. The blade on this Slant Grip Heer Dagger is in good condition, with its original bright sheen shining through a light patina and scattered blemishes. The manufacturer marking on the blade is the Alcoso logo marked “ACS” with scales and is also marked “Alcoso / Solingen”. This example features an early pattern brass guard with a pleasing patina. The Slant Grip Heer Dagger features a beautiful deep orange trylon grip with handling marks and light patina in the slanted grooves. Nice deep orange coloration makes this dagger stand out. The brass fittings exhibit light wear, with remnants of silver wash in the recesses that compliment the brass guard. A dedication is engraved on the reverse of the guard and reads “Dein Schwert dem Fuhrer – Dein Herz der Frau – Deine Seele Gott!” (Your Sword for the Fuhrer – Your Heart for your Wife – Your Soul for God!) The original scabbard is straight, with 1 light dent at the tip. Both of the scabbard bands and suspension rings are intact, with no issues. A nice patina compliments the scabbard. There is no indication the dagger has ever been disassembled. This is a great example of a Slant Grip Heer Dagger that would enhance any collection.
Historical Description: After WWI, the German military, known as the Reichswehr, was restricted to a relatively small force. Hitler changed this in 1935, reintroducing universal military conscription, and creating a new German Armed Forces- the Wehrmacht. Within the Wehrmacht, the German Army was known as the Heer, and a new dagger was designed and introduced for the officers of this new German Army in May 1935. As with all German Army officer uniforms and accoutrements, they were not issued; rather, the officer had to purchase them. These were ceremonial and decorative pieces of regalia, that were worn on occasions that did not call for carrying a sword. The overall pattern and design of the dagger remained consistent throughout the production run, but the large number of individual manufacturers created a wide variety in details, especially with regard to the handle fittings. There were approximately 42 different manufacturers of the blades. There were construction changes over time as well. Early German Army daggers generally featured plated brass alloy handle fittings. Later, zinc was used. Wartime type scabbards were generally unplated, with a gray finish. Production of German Army daggers ceased around 1943. The German Army was a huge organization, and large numbers of these daggers were produced. But there were many specific variants that were produced in low numbers, especially the highest quality, luxury type pieces for well-heeled officers. Some daggers were personalized, and customized, and are unique. The striking and attractive design of the German Army dagger was well-received by officers at the time, and these are very sought-after by collectors today.
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