Heer Army Dagger – Eickhorn

Product Description:  A finely preserved example of a Heer Army Dagger – Eickhorn , bearing the distinctive Eickhorn maker’s mark to the blade. The bright blade retains a pleasing surface with visible runner marks consistent with age and careful storage.  Dagger is free edge nicks but shows some spotting, and honest signs of service wear.

The hilt presents attractively, with pommel and crossguard exhibiting a consistent, even patina throughout. The grip, displaying a desirable mid pumpkin hue, remains free of major flaws, but shows some minor nicks. The grip is firmly intact showing no movement.

The scabbard is well preserved, showing wear to the high points commensurate with age and an even overall patina that harmonizes attractively with the hilt. The double throat screws remain securely in place, as shown.

Overall, this Heer Army Dagger – Eickhorn represents an excellent example, combining strong eye appeal with well-balanced, period-consistent wear.

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 detail, especially regarding 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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