Original WWII German 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen with Scabbard & Hanger Snider Rifles & Bayonets It is marked by maker

It is marked by maker EDWARD MIDDLETON on both lock plates

We assume they may have been distributed to potential customers as a form of "advertisement" for the firm

In virtually all WWII German helmets you will also see the size stamp after the Manufacturing mark

demilled barrel dated 9-18 (September 1918) together with a 20 round magazine

and six successful flights by astronauts

Original WWII German 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen with Scabbard & Hanger Snider Rifles & Bayonets It is marked by makerOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of an early war production 2nd Model Luftwaffe dagger. It is a fine Solingen Produced example made by the legendary firm of Carl Eickhorn. The celluloid grip of this dagger has faded to a nice amber color, and remains in very good condition throughout. This is very common due to exposure to light and air, which also can make the material brittle. It has a nice slightly tapered shape, and