Helmut Aptke Damascus dagger value?

[Simon L]

I have found what appears to be an original non acid etched dagger belonging to Helmut Aptke. Made by krebbs of Solingen. What is the value??

[Billy G]

Pictures would be a tremendous help in assessing such an item.

[Simon L]

I can do that privately but the photos are not to go on a public forum.

[Saufaenger kid]

What type of dagger is it?

Gary

[Simon L]

He was one of the FJ who captured the fort at Eban-Emael in Holland/Belgium. The dagger is a Luftwaffe one. The inscription reads a heroic paratrooper and is then signed. We have not fathomed out by whom yet. On the reverse of the blade is his name.
It’s a non acid etched Damascus blade. You can feel the Damascus on the edge and the pattern runs completely around the blade. The lettering is in mercury/gold

[dragnet]

Useless thread if you ask me, I belive were here on waf to share information on our items including pictures, need just a value then perhaps spending time going through Google might be a help

[Chet Sowersby]

Simon,
With no pictures and just asking a value you make it exceedingly difficult for the membership to be of assistance to you.

Chet

[Texasuberalles]

No pictures = no answers

[Simon L]

As I said available privately send me your email you can look.

[Simon L]

Pictures have gone to Chet

[Chet Sowersby]

Simon,
What I know about Luft Damascus blades can be found on the head of pin. You will be far better served by a member who actually collects them.
Hopefully a knowledgeable member will contact you and render assistance.

Chet

[Simon L]

Chet I appreciated your polite non aggressive response that’s why I shared the photos with you. Unfortunately I have had a lot of negative experience on the WAF with publishing photos of rare items. If there is a Damascus expert on here with an extensive collection please contact me.

[BobI]

I collect Damascus but don't want to see them, you should go to someone privately and not make a post the way you did. No wonder you have had negative experiences here.
Bob

[Simon L]

I don’t want the photos of what can be quite an important FJ dagger out in the public domain. All I am looking for is an experienced eye. That’s why I posted. If anyone with that experience would like to see the piece they would be very welcome.
This is my last post.

[Lampwick]

I have a blue car. How much is it worth?