German Hitler Youth Dagger 'J.A. Henckels Zwillingswerk Solingen'

In a very good condition a German Hitler Youth (Hitlerjugend) Dagger.
The first pattern dagger comes in a used condition and has the motto 'Blut und Ehre' not readable anymore.
The grip plates are the early, finely checkered Bakelite type. They are in good condition, being retained by nickel rivets with dressed obverse heads. The enamel HJ insignia is in good condition throughout.
The blade of this knife is a uncleaned example. This blade is the early-period type. The reverse of the blade is marked with Logo of the Zwilling firm; with the firm's name and location, “J.A. Henckels Zwillingswerk Solingen”.
The scabbard shell has the original black paint for 60%. Attached to the scabbard is a leather hanger with a repair on the fastener.
A very nice dagger with traces of use.

Code: 66303