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12-13-2013 10:45 AM
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I like it Larry.
But going for a lie down in a darkened room at the thought of it being back to front..
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Not sure how I missed this one Larry? But I agree I love the dagger but its the hanger that really sets this off for me.
Perhaps vertical hangers weren't that available? Or maybe the SA man couldn't justify buying one? Either way theres a good story there.
Even more interesting the leather used is the same gauge as saddle leather. As you know, I would know that.
Best and merry xmas to you all, Matty
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Congratulations Larry!
A very nice example added to your collection. Love the hand made hanger as well.
Ralph.
Searching for anything relating to, Anton Boos, 934 Stamm. Kp. Pz. Erz. Abt. 7, 3 Kompanie, Panzer-Regiment 2, 16th Panzer-Division (My father)
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Homemade leather hanger or not - that dagger and quirky hanger arrangement has loads of charm ..and then some.
The 'Nordsee' Group stamping is just a bonus IMO.
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Larry I don't think your hanger was a mistakenly made as you described but made that way for a reason. If you think about it somebody that went to the effort of making a quality hanger like that wouldn't make a balls up at the last hurdle. Even if they had, they could have easily turned it and even re-riveted it. If you look its semetrical, it could have easily been done by this skilled maker.
Anyway after 'observing' beautiful horseriders yesterday I happen to notice, if your SA member rode a horse whilst posing with his dagger it would make SENSE to have the sharp piece (where the ring adjoined) facing down to save it digging into the riders side.
Also bear in mind the leather used is the same gauge and colour used for saddles. Also the rivet is of the same nature.
Best wishes matty
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Nearly forgot.
If you look at a saddle there is two lengths of leather eitherside with buckle type holes which attach to the stirrup. The Stirup level is adjusted to suit the rider via a TWIN holed buckle as one would pull through. It needs to be adjustable to suit shorter legged or longer legged riders but generally once it is set you don't touch it again.
I believe part of this length of leather is wrapped round your top fitting!
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