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07-29-2015 08:42 PM
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Circuit advertisement
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First thing I see is, that the dagger is placed wrong in the scabbard.
I also see a painted scabbard which is seen by RZM daggers. This is a Böker, so early period '33-'35.
Should be an anodized (blued) scabbard. Maybe period repaint.
Etching is correct for Böker. Imo a nice dagger but not sure this is the Original scabbard that belongs to the dagger.
But, if your friend has this dagger in his possession, ask him if he would make more and better detailled pictures.
Always interesting for all of us.
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Upon first looks, I am not liking it. The strike of the "1" initially throws off the other known fonts of other strikes on original examples.
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octavian
Upon first looks, I am not liking it. The strike of the "1" initially throws off the other known fonts of other strikes on original examples.
I don't see any problem with the Roman number 'I'.
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KRISSE
. . . But, if your friend has this dagger in his possession, ask him if he would make more and better detailled pictures.
Always interesting for all of us.
First off, thanks for your comments guys. Unfortunately the dagger no longer in his possession. Shipped off as a gift to his brother (nice gift if it's real!). He is not a member here but is following this thread and commented that the scabbard does appear to have been painted as a chip reveaed a grey or dark blue finish underneath.
Many thanks again,
Tony
All thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical and/or legal advice.
"Tomorrow hopes we have learned something from yesterday." - John Wayne
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HI AJ.. No worries you and many others are welcome here anytime..and post what you wish. I saw those crossguards a mile away ..and immediately thought Boker. The dagger apart from the scabbard....has a rare first type logo. Something the type collector would quickly acquire.
I cant say much for the scabbard and agree with Krisse observations that there are lighting issues in the photography. Scabbard appears or at least the paint appears as and RZM paint job. The fittings appear early..but all due to the lighting. The Roman Numeral I is correct and is the correct stamping in depth and appearance.
The guy who received this dagger will be extra thrilled if he knew the rarity of this highly desirable producer. I mved this thread to the SS dagger forum. Your welcome anytime here Tony Regards Larry
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- Larry C
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Hello Larry,
Thanks for the warm welcome, and sorry for posting in the wrong forum. Apologies also for the poor quality of the hastily taken cellphone pics as I know how they hinder any verification process. I told my friend to 'hold tight until Larry weighs in - then you'll get the definitive verdict'. You are a scholar and a gentleman, and on behalf of my friend many thanks again to you, KRISSE and Octavian.
Cheers,
Tony
All thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical and/or legal advice.
"Tomorrow hopes we have learned something from yesterday." - John Wayne
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Personally, I'm not seeing any problems of note on this early Boker. Yes, the anodized sheath has been painted over, but it Looks like an early paint job and is quite likely period. The condition is, actually, excellent and looks relatively untouched. And....it's a Boker! "The one everyone wants!". I'd say that your friend's brother just got one Dandy of a gift!
William
"Much that once was, is lost. For none now live who remember it."
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All thoughts and opinions expressed are those of my own and should not be mistaken for medical and/or legal advice.
"Tomorrow hopes we have learned something from yesterday." - John Wayne
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