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  • German Railway Eagle – Deutsche Reichsbahn, WWII Period 28.5 15.5 inches (approx. 72×40 cm) (Lot: 1471)

    A large original Deutsche Reichsbahn (German State Railways) eagle from the Third Reich period. The eagle is depicted with outstretched wings, clutching a wreath bearing a swastika in its talons. The piece features strong three-dimensional relief, with detailed feathering and wing construction.

    The reverse retains stamped/raised manufacturer or production markings, as well as original mounting hardware. The eagle displays an attractive period patina with surface wear, oxidation, scratches, and traces of finish loss consistent with its age and history.

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    Product sold for blitz price: $ 4,595

  • Technical Emergency Corps (TeNo) Leader’s Dagger, Model 1938 (Lot: 1456)

    Technical Emergency Corps (TeNo) Leader’s Dagger, Model 1938, manufactured by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. This example bears the manufacturer’s trademark and retains matching numbers on the blade and scabbard, confirming their factory pairing and attesting to the complete original preservation of the piece.

    This dagger model was introduced in November 1938, concurrently with the adoption of new regulation edged weapons for the TeNo organization. It was intended to be worn with dress uniform by commanding officers holding the rank of Stabsscharführer and above. Officers purchased these daggers at their own expense through special organizational outlets.

    The history of the Technical Emergency Corps began on September 30, 1919. Throughout the existence of the Weimar Republic, the corps repeatedly distinguished itself, demonstrating efficiency and excellent technical training. Naturally, this organization could not escape the attention of the new leadership, the National Socialist Party. In 1939, to further enhance efficiency, TeNo was transferred to the jurisdiction of the Reich Ministry of Foreign Affairs and subordinated to police structures, allowing for improved operational capacity. Prior to the commencement of the Polish campaign, TeNo was commanded by SS Gruppenführer (SS Lieutenant General) Schmelzer; he was later succeeded in this post by SS Gruppenführer Weinreich.

    The Carl Eickhorn company was founded in Solingen in 1865 and became one of the largest manufacturers of edged weapons in Germany. The company’s trademark, featuring a squirrel (Eichhörnchen), served as a guarantee of the highest quality products. During the Third Reich period, the firm produced a wide range of regulation edged weapons, including daggers for all branches of service, SA and SS daggers, NPEA, NSFK, and TeNo daggers, as well as dress daggers, sabers, and swords. Carl Eickhorn products are distinguished by superior steel quality and meticulous finishing, and are highly valued by modern collectors.

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    Product sold for blitz price: $ 9,975

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  • Russian Model 1907 Soldier’s Dagger (Bebut) Russian Empire [Weapons Factory Zlatoust] Matching numbers 1912

    Russian Model 1907 Soldier’s Dagger (Bebut) Russian Empire [Weapons Factory Zlatoust] Matching numbers 1912 (Lot: 1479)

    Soldier’s dagger of the 1907 model, known as the ‘bebut’, manufactured in 1912 at the Zlatoust Arms Factory. The characteristic curved blade and recognizable silhouette make this specimen of cold steel one of the most interesting items in the history of weapons of the Russian Imperial Army.

    The Zlatoust Arms Factory, which was one of the leading manufacturers of cold steel weapons in the Russian Empire, produced bebuts for army use in accordance with approved standards. The manufacturer’s mark confirms the authenticity and provenance of this specimen.

    Particular collector’s value is represented by the presence of matching serial numbers on the weapon’s components. The coincidence of numbers testifies to the preservation of the complete set in its original configuration and significantly enhances the significance of this item for collectors of military antiques from the late Russian Imperial period.

    Starting bid: $ 1,455
  • SS Officer’s Sword. [Peter Dan Krebs]. Personalization

    SS Officer’s Sword. [Peter Dan Krebs]. Personalization (Lot: 1478)

    A blade produced by the workshop of Peter Dan Krebs, one of the recognized manufacturers of cold weapons for SS officer personnel, distinguished by impeccable quality of execution and characteristic features inherent to this firm’s products.

    A personalized specimen executed to individual commission, which significantly enhances the collectible value of the item and testifies to the sword’s ownership by a specific officer. Such named examples are encountered considerably less frequently than standard serial productions and represent particular interest for collectors of military antiques from the Third Reich period.

    Starting bid: $ 8,150
  • Bayonet, Model 1898. [Clemen & Jung].

    Bayonet, Model 1898. [Clemen & Jung]. (Lot: 1477)

    Adopted by the German Army in 1898 alongside the legendary Mauser rifle system, this bayonet became one of the most widespread and recognizable examples of edged weapons at the turn of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The blade bears the hallmark of the renowned Solingen firm Clemen & Jung, which specialized in the production of military blades and established itself as a reliable supplier to the German armed forces. The characteristic construction of the Model 1898 bayonet with its distinctive profile and mounting system for the Gewehr 98 rifle makes it a desirable acquisition for collectors of German military antiques and First World War history.

    Starting bid: $ 545
  • German Sword, pre-1918 Infantry.

    German Sword, pre-1918 Infantry. (Lot: 1476)

    Officer’s cold weapon of the German Empire prior to 1918, belonging to infantry units. Land sabers of this period were distinguished by characteristic structural features dictated by the specific requirements of service in foot troops. Infantry officers carried sabers of a somewhat different pattern than cavalrymen; their blades typically had less curvature and were adapted primarily for parade and everyday wear rather than for mounted combat.

    German sabers of this period bear the imprint of the military tradition of numerous German states united in 1871 into a single empire. Each kingdom, duchy, or principality contributed its own elements to the decoration of hilts and scabbards, making the attribution of such specimens a particularly engaging task for the collector. Infantry sabers of Prussian, Bavarian, Saxon, or Württemberg origin may differ substantially in details while maintaining overall similarity in silhouette.

    Weapons of this type served as an integral part of officer’s equipment for decades, up until the end of World War I, when the German Empire ceased to exist. The collectible appeal of such objects is determined by their historical significance, quality of execution, and relative rarity on the contemporary antique market.

    Starting bid: $ 975

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  • Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge – C.E.Juncker

    Luftwaffe Ground Assault Badge – C.E.Juncker (Lot: 1127)

    Rare variant with wide pin, the swastika has been removed from the riveted eagle.

    $ 535 fee: 22.5%
  • U.S. Army Command or Headquarters Collar Insignia (Silver Star with Great Seal)

    U.S. Army Command or Headquarters Collar Insignia (Silver Star with Great Seal) (Lot: 382)

    Emblem in the form of a silver five-pointed star with a gold-colored Great Seal of the United States — an eagle holding a shield, olive branch, and arrows. Worn on the collar or cap by U.S. Army officers and enlisted personnel during and after World War II (1940s–1950s).
    The reverse side bears the manufacturer’s hallmark. Attachment by two pin posts with brass clutch-back fasteners.

    $ 25 fee: 22.5%
  • SS Dagger, Model 1933. (Early type). [Gottlieb Hammesfahr]. Stamp – III.

    SS Dagger, Model 1933. (Early type). [Gottlieb Hammesfahr]. Stamp – III. (Lot: 1417)

    The first official edged weapon of the Schutzstaffel, introduced in 1933 and designed after 16th-century Swiss daggers known as Holbein daggers. In appearance, it closely resembled the SA dagger, which was adopted at nearly the same time. The blade bears the motto “Meine Ehre heißt Treue” (“My Honour is Loyalty”), which became one of the principal symbols of the SS. In the early years of the organization, the dagger was regarded not only as a uniform accessory and symbol of SS membership, but also as a personal edged weapon that its owner could use if necessary.

    The early variant of the SS dagger Model 1933, produced before 1936, features nickel silver fittings on the grip and scabbard, high manufacturing quality, and careful fitting of components. Scabbards typically had an anodized finish, although original painted variants are also encountered. Blades most commonly bear a maker’s mark with the manufacturer’s name; early RZM marks are occasionally found. From 1936 onward, the construction was gradually simplified: zinc, aluminum, steel scabbard fittings, and painted scabbards came into use. Transitional marks appeared, featuring both the manufacturer’s logo and RZM code, later replaced by RZM markings alone. Early daggers were produced in smaller quantities and typically saw longer periods of wear; consequently, examples in mint or near-mint condition are extremely rare. Minor grip chips and signs of use are considered normal for these pieces. Particular attention should be paid to restorations and later-period components; if such interventions are present, they are specifically noted in the item description.

    Gottlieb Hammesfahr, Solingen-Foche, is a renowned Solingen firm with a history dating back to the 19th century. The company was engaged in edged weapon production for many years, and during the Third Reich period became one of the manufacturers of early SS daggers Model 1933. Early Hammesfahr examples feature the maker’s mark on the blade, nickel silver fittings, and typically anodized scabbards.

    The “III” mark on the lower crossguard refers to the SS distribution and inspection center in Berlin. Like the I and II markings, it is a characteristic feature of the early period of SS dagger production and distribution.

    $ 6,495 fee: 22.5%
  • Auxiliary Cruiser War Badge

    Auxiliary Cruiser War Badge (Lot: 1061)

    Fine zinc, appliqué riveted, reverse marked with manufacturer “Schwerin-Berlin”, needle and catch are magnetic. Worn condition

    $ 1,725 fee: 22.5%

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