NPEA Dagger

[vorisek]

Hi
Can anybody please help me with some informations regarding this N.P.E.A. ,authenticity ?

[Gwar]

Not my area, but it looks like the blade has been heavily cleaned and the script added, jut my opinion, wait for others..

[Larry C]

Right you are G

There were 3 logo types for Burgsmuller and the one shown is a Type 1 which should of had nickel fittings and had also 1 of 3 tang markings.
This tang appears not to have any..which was common with a Type 2a ..either having a tang marking or not depending upon the sub contractor.

This combination posted above is incorrect and also shows a poor grip to guard fit for a supposed early NPEA dagger.
I would say also the motto was recently applied.

Regards Larry

[vorisek]

Thanks Gwar,LarryC.

[Stevade]

Good spots Gwar and LarryC

[Billy G]

Also notice the tang where it starts toward the threads, it is poorly shaped and unlike a period original. Crossguard shape appears off too. The blade immediately got my attention but I think the whole thing is a pile of post-1945 junk.