Klaas 1933 SS Dagger

[georgi]

Hello.
I assume that the estimator is also a trader. He also wants to win something.
Georgi

[beginner looking for advice]

Yes, it is a Trader. I found by searching google images of this particular SS dagger. I could tell by the Google images that the one we have is real. So, I did expect it to fetch more seeing prices in the 7k area, but then when he responded with condition issues, I decided I better do a little more research.

[beginner looking for advice]

Thanks again for all the advice, from you all! Very grateful. Of course now I am researching a WD40 bath and can't find a decent Youtube video of it. I'll get there. Would like to get the price I can, as I am on a limited income and it would help me with some home repairs I have been putting off for lack of funds.

[beginner looking for advice]

I have more photos, just takes a while because I can't seem to select more than one photo at a time and upload them that way.

[beginner looking for advice]

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[beginner looking for advice]

Hi Larry, I'm hoping that's enough scabbard pics? That's all I have for tonight. Tomorrow I will begin to research a DW40 bath. Again appreciate your advice, greatly!!!

[paulscoot]

As a footnote to the already great advice do not try dismantling the dagger to turn the blade/crossguard around with out using the correct size spanner. Regards Paul

[Larry C]

beginner... many SS dagger scabbards were repainted black during the period because the blued (incorrectly but commonly called anodized) finish wore out. That does not mean it is the wrong scabbard. That tells me the "estimator" either doesn't know SS daggers, or intentionally tried to mislead you.

Hello Belinda ...I can only echo Mr Skylines post above and yes this scabbard is painted black.

[Charlie55]

Hello beginner ,do not try to take nut off top with pliers .since it was off once it may be loose enough to do by hand if not you need a pen reel fishing wrench.I have seen these on e-bay also a dealer Tom Wittman sales a combo wrench .If you get it apart put blade in Tupperware tub it will fit in and spray with WD 40 to cover it .and let it soak. Don’t polish the fittings and when putting back together don’t over tighten or you’ll break the grip .

[beginner looking for advice]

To this Group of wonderful, helpful people, Larry, all,
I'm wondering if I was to counter offer + $500 US dollars to the offer I received if that would be a fair thing to do? I think it is worth it to do the work myself but it will take some doing and I would like to get this going, if this make sense?
Thanks!
"Belinda" With a little chuckle