Original German Early WWII SA Dagger by Gebrüder Christians of Solingen with Belt Hanger Technical Books The blade is 6” long

The blade is 6” long

The Berthier design was introduced as a replacement for the various aging Mle 1874 Gras single-shot carbines - still standard for French cavalry

It was the first Boeing airplane with the distinctive — and enormous — tail for improved control and stability during high-altitude bombing

The hilt is Silver plated over a base metal but might just be solid silver as it is somewhat tarnished

and 3 miles over water

Original German Early WWII SA Dagger by Gebrüder Christians of Solingen with Belt Hanger Technical Books The blade is 6” longOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice early pattern SA Dagger, made by firm of Gebrder Christians in the legendary blade making city of Solingen, Germany. It comes comes compete with the original scabbard, as well as a leather belt hanger clip. The dagger has solid nickel silver fittings throughout, and is a nice example. The crossguards and tang nut are in very good condition throughout with all fittings having a nice aged patina.