Heer Officer Dagger – Etched – Emil Voos

Product Description: A refined and visually compelling Heer Officer Dagger – Etched – Emil Voos, representing a high-quality example of period Solingen craftsmanship. The grip retains a rich, even tone with only a slight imperfection near the guard, while the double-etched blade features elegant decorative panels with well-preserved brilliance. Minor oxidation, light scratching, and a small loss at the tip are present, though the blade’s etching remains sharply defined and attractive.

The scabbard survives in excellent condition, displaying crisp pebbling and a pleasing, uniform patina indicative of careful long-term stewardship. The ricasso bears the maker’s mark of Emil Voos, Solingen—an attribution closely associated with superior workmanship and sought-after production.

A desirable collectible with strong presentation quality, this Heer Officer Dagger – Etched – Emil Voos stands as an impressive and well-preserved example, offering both aesthetic appeal and notable craftsmanship for the advanced edged-weapons connoisseur.

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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