WW2 German Leaders DRK Red Cross Dagger, Scabbard And Hangers

~ WW2 German Leaders DRK Red Cross Dagger, Scabbard And Hangers ~

The Red Cross Officer and Social Welfare Patterns were instituted in 1938. The hilts are produced of a pot metal base, having muted nickel-plated surfaces. The crossguard features an oval medallion that bears a Red Cross eagle. The bird is a closed-winged design, clutching a Red Cross symbol in the talons. A vaulted swastika is superimposed on the bird's chest.

The grip is a celluloid variety toned to an orange shade. The scabbards are steel with matching nickel plating over pebbled panels. There are two variations. Those with rectangular-shaped eyelets on the carrying bands are Red Cross, while those having round holes in the eyelets are Social Welfare. Ours has the rectangular holes.

~ Condition ~

Please refer to the images for the condition. The catch works well. The blade has some minor blackening. The grip is complete with no nicks. The scabbard has a couple of minor dents to one edge.

~ Dimensions ~

The dagger is 37cm (14.5 inches) in total length.