Original German WWII Heer Dagger Double Etched Blade With Portepee By Emil Voos

This Army officer’s dagger is an exceptional and highly desirable piece. The silvered fittings remain in outstanding condition, with full silvering intact despite not being cleaned. These fittings belong to the "Generic A" variety, commonly seen on unmarked etched examples.

The pommel is in perfect condition, free of any dents or damage along the rim. Its upper portion is equally well-preserved, featuring the traditional 12 oak leaves and acorns encircling its circumference.

The crossguard showcases the finely detailed "Generic A" eagle, with crisp feathering on the wings, breast, and talons. The swastika within the wreath remains sharply defined, and the reverse side retains full silvering.

Adding to the dagger’s striking appearance is a dark orange grip, which is in pristine condition and uniformly colored throughout.

An original portepee is attached, showing signs of wear, such as metal wire fraying. This damage may have resulted from improper storage, transport to the U.S. following the war, or postwar handling.

The scabbard is an excellent example, featuring a heavily toned patina that suggests it has remained untouched since the war. It is of the type commonly seen on unmarked etched daggers, with two screws per side, which appear undisturbed. The silvering remains intact, and a faint silhouette of the crossguard’s eagle and swastika can be seen. The pebbling on the panels is crisp, and the carrying bands exhibit detailed overlapping oak leaves. The "O" rings on the carrying bands do have some wear to the finish and was most likely done from the dagger hanger's fittings.

The blade is simply stunning—pristine and in near-perfect condition, with high-quality nickel-plated surfaces. Only three small areas show minor plating loss—two at the ends of the etching and one near the tip on one side. The double etching retains most of its original frosting.

• The obverse panel features elegant floral designs with a distinctive three-dot and pointed pattern. At the center, an open-winged Art Deco-style Army eagle clutches a plain wreath with a mobile swastika. Flanking the swastika are oak leaf and acorn sprigs.
• The reverse panel mirrors the obverse design, maintaining the same crisp etching and near-mint condition.

The brown blade washer is still in place.

Though unmarked, this dagger is attributed to Emil Voos, a manufacturer known for producing finely etched blades for both Heer and Luftwaffe daggers.

For collectors seeking a premium example of an etched Heer officer’s dagger, this piece comes highly recommended for its outstanding condition and craftsmanship. Bought back by a US WWII Veteran and purchased fomr his grandson.