Damascus Presentation 1st Luft

[Skip Pickett]

Hey guys... I have a quick question: There is a fellow I'm working a trade with and he offered up a KILLER damascus presentation 1st mod. Luft dagger.

What do I look for in a fake blade? The fittings and all look great, so does the blade, but I know the fakes are really good.

One thing I noticed is that the demascus pattern was in a circle form...repeated over and over down the blade, so I assumed it was an "artificial' type demascus.

On top of that, it had Goring's name as the presenter I assume.

Any info would be great, sorry...no pics at this time.

Skip Pickett

[Larry Lipps]

Without photos, this is tough. I very much doubt that Goring ever presented an artificial Damascus. However, from your description, it could be a peacock pattern Damascus blade. Still, just from what you've said, I'd proceed with caution.

[Jeff Nichols]

Skip,if you haven't done it already, check out Tom Wittmann's book on Luft Daggers, that should help. Sounds interesting, if you could get pics that would be great...Cheers...Jeff

[Skip Pickett]

Thanks!

Thanks for the ideas and input. I have Mr. W's books and I'll check it out...why didn't I think of that?

Even if I don't do the trade, I'll try and get some pics for reference.

Skip

[Craig Gottlieb]

Skip: It's almost certainly a reproduction - there is a whole series of artificial damascus daggers bearing dedications, and they include a script signature of Goering as part of the motif. And yes, they are always artificial damascus. I have several photographed for my upcoming book with Fred Stephens. If I can remember, I'll post a photo of one when I get into work tomorrow. The only "however" is that I have yet to see a first luft with this pattern presentation. I've seen hunting pieces, and 2nd lufts. So we'd love to see photos for sure!

[Skip Pickett]

Thanks

Thanks for the post Craig. After looking at the dagger again, I passed on it. AND the fellow did not want to stand behind it if it were fake!!! That is all I needed to hear.

Skip