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Original South African Air Force (SAAF) officers dagger, manufactured by the renowned German edged-weapons maker Eickhorn. A highly desirable and increasingly scarce piece of South African military ceremonial equipment. Numbered
South African Air Force
A. Correct SAAF officers dagger with gilt eagle-crossguard bearing the SAAF motto Per Aspera Ad Astra.
B. Ivory-coloured ribbed grip with gilt mounts, correct to period.
C. Bright steel blade with clear manufacturer marking and serial number visible near the ricasso.
D. Original black scabbard with gilt fittings and suspension rings, featuring the South African coat of arms.
E. Classic ceremonial profile as worn by commissioned SAAF officers.
A. Manufactured by Eickhorn, Solingen, Germany.
B. Eickhorn was a principal supplier of high-quality ceremonial daggers to foreign air forces during the mid-20th century.
C. Eickhorn-made SAAF daggers are particularly sought after due to quality, finish, and limited production.
A. Very good overall condition.
B. Blade remains clean with light age-related marks only.
C. Grip intact with no major cracks or losses.
D. Scabbard shows service wear, including areas of surface wear to the leather, consistent with age and use.
E. All fittings original and secure.
SAAF officer daggers were worn on ceremonial occasions and formal parades, symbolising commissioned status within the Air Force. The use of the Per Aspera Ad Astra motto and eagle motif reflects direct continuity with international air force traditions, while the South African coat of arms firmly identifies this example as SAAF issue.
A. Genuine SAAF ceremonial dagger.
B. Eickhorn manufacture significantly enhances desirability.
C. Complete with original scabbard.
D. Ideal for advanced SAAF, SADF, and Southern African militaria collections.
Guaranteed original period item.
Not a reproduction.
Carefully packed.
International shipping available.
