Very nice early Robert Klass army dagger personalized to a Dr Lohr. Name inscription is tastefully done and well patinated in the depressions. Not sure who he was but certainly an interesting research project. The dagger itself is a solid example of an early Robert Klass. Typical of this particular dagger are the asterisks on the scabbard bands that were designed to cover a flaw in the cast and is only seen in early Klass examples. Fittings show some ageing but no abuse and are in good overall condition with nothing missing, broken or damaged. The blade is in good condition with cross graining evident. The last couple inches of the blade do show some darkening and avery small nick. In summary a nice dagger; Not perfect condition but a very desirable early Klass with an excellent, researchable name inscription. |