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First Model Reichsluftschutzbund enlisted mans dagger by Paul Weyersberg in near mint condition. First model RLB emblem retains 100% of its deep blue enamel in letters and swastica, and 99% of the silvering on the background 'sunburst'.
   
   
Thin blue leather washer can be seen within the depths of the  stylised eagle 'art deco' crossguard, whilst  crossgrain is visible along the length of the blade. Sword in wreath logo of the prestigious Weyersberg company, a major manufacturer of RLB daggers.
   
   
Suspension of the dagger was via a leather strap and escutcheon plate. Note the method of riveting plate and strap-a useful guide to originality. Upper end of suspension hangar terminates in nickel clip-in this case bearing the logo of the 'Assman' company.

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