Germany, Imperial. A Rare & Exceptional Naval Cadet Dirk, By Carl Eickhorn Auction and the wool demonstrates slight

and the wool demonstrates slight material fatigue

ensures a secure closure

starting in 1904

The handle shows important signs of wear one looks for in any period dagger

Germany, Imperial. A Rare & Exceptional Naval Cadet Dirk, By Carl Eickhorn Auction and the wool demonstrates slight(Kaiserlische Marine Dolch fr Applikanten). A rare and high quality Imperial German Navy Applikanten (Cadet) dirk, measuring 63. 5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 48 cm long nickel plated magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and lower edge. The obverse of the blade features a striking acid etched design consisting of a central fouled anchor topped by a German State Crown, flanked by an inscription of MIT GOTT FR