Original WWII German 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by ALCOSO of Solingen with Scabbard Category_MG 42 Mounts Third Model pattern with bannister

Third Model pattern with bannister rail

Operational history

it was difficult to detect with early metal detectors - the only metal present was a small amount in the mine's detonator

fought a delaying action at Manhay until ordered to an assembly area

with its headquarters at Schofield Barracks

Original WWII German 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by ALCOSO of Solingen with Scabbard Category_MG 42 Mounts Third Model pattern with bannisterOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a mid war production 2nd Model Luftwaffe dagger. It is a fine Solingen Produced example made by the Solingen based firm of ALCOSO Alexander Coppel & Co. KG, Stahlwarenfabrik. The celluloid grip of this dagger is a nice light ivory white color, and has not faded to orange as they so often do. It remains in good condition throughout, though there is surface cracking and checking visible.