Germany, HJ. A Leader’s Dagger, by E. & F. Hörster

(HJ-Dolch). The blade is maker marked “RZM M7/36” for E. & F. Hörster of Solingen. The plated blade is in excellent condition, showing only light surface wear and runner marks, and is without nicks to cutting edge. The HJ motto “BLUT UND EHRE!” is deeply etched and retains over 85% of the dark grey background frosting. It is complete with brown leather blade buffer pad. The fittings are silver plated and show minimal wear. Both pins on the pommel cap are present and grip is tightly wrapped with twisted silver aluminum wire exhibiting minor use, no damage or missing strands of wire. The pommel cap features a mobile swastika inside a diamond. The scabbard is wrapped in black leather, exhibiting moderate use, light surface markings. A HJ-style eagle decorates the top panel of the scabbard. The dagger is in overall better than very fine condition.