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| First model RLB -Reichsluftschutzbund-Leaders dagger by Alexander Coppel Solingen -ALCOSO in near mint condition. Many first models were modified into second models which partially accounts for the rarity of this piece. | The appealing "Art Deco" crossguard emphasises the bold floating swastika grasped in the stylised eagles talons. Both the quillion end and the scabbard throat bear the "waffenampt" inspection stamp of a stick bird with the number 95. |
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| The insignia of the RLB on the 1935 model dagger consisted of the initials of the organisation together with a small swastika surmounting a silvered sunburst. Enamelling on this example is almost perfect. | The device used to suspend the dagger from the belt was of similar construction to that used for the first and second model enlisted mans version of this weapon, i.e. a leather strap joined by a metal connector, in this case bearing the initials 'v T'-perhaps of the first owner. |
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Reverse showing the early ACS with scales makermark. Note also the black leather blade washer and the early nickel silver clip.
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Close up of the suspension clip clearly showing the manufacturers logo-F W Assman. Burnishing is still clearly visible in the recesses of the straight crossguard. |
