German RLB Dagger

[Dave222]

Hi there 

I’m wondering if anyone could tell me if this German RLB Dagger is 1st model or 2nd model?

The handle insignia is missing but there is only one hanger on the scabbard, 2nd model has two hangers on the scabbard?

Is there any markings that would identify it as either 1st or 2nd model?

 

[lmrobil]

This is a first pattern RLB officers model, 1936/37.  Second pattern officers had two hanging rings, starting in 1938.  Enlisted models have different pommels, crossguards and scabbards. 

 

The only "marking" that would identify it as either first or second pattern would be the missing grip emblem. 

 

Lance 

 

[Dave222]

Hi Lance 

 

yes unfortunately it’s missing it’s badge and hanger .

Im trying to figure out why the hanger ring is on the left hand side of the scabbard and not on the right as all others i have seen , the dagger only goes in that way which leaves the hanger ring on the left side and no screws on the scabbard have been touched?

bit of a mystery!

[Preppy Picker]

Was the dagger taken apart and put back together incorrectly?

[Dave222]

Not that I know of and doesn’t looked tampered with.

 

[Preppy Picker]

It should fit correctly.