DLV/NSFK Dagger

[VE45]

I am being offered this DLV/NSFK dagger maker marked "F&A HELBIG STEINBACH KRM". It is not perfect and has a few flaws as you will see in the photos. There is some pitting, dings and the leather is gone from the hanger. What would be a fair price to pay for this dagger? Any and all opinions are welcome and appreciated. Thanks, Jay

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Dlv2

Dlv2

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Dlv3

There is some pitting on the blade at the top of the blade near the gaurd. No rust? Just pitting. Do you think the pitted area was cleaned?

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Dlv4

There is a ding in the arm of the gaurd.

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Dlv5

There is a ding on the tip of the gaurd.

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Dlv6

This is the mark on the throat of the scabbard. Sorry, I could not take a better photo.

[Skipper Greenwade]

I am always reluctant to offer my thoughts re: value in a case like this, as the condition is such that someone wanting one for a collection will likely hold out for a better example. With that said, my guess would be in the $750.00 range.

Hope that helps
Skip

[Scott R.]

It really doesn't look that bad from the pictures (Handle and Scabbard look nice).
I think Skip's estimate is correct at the $750 range if you want one for the sake of owning one and not as an investment.
Scott

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Thanks

Thank you Scott and Skip for your replys. I am not a dagger collector, but will pick them up to trade or sell for helmets. Based on your estimations on price, I think I will be able to buy this one and still give some forum member a good deal on the dagger. It looks much better in person. Unfortunately, my camera sucks and I and my picture taking abilities are not much better. Thanks again, Jay

[Craig Gottlieb]

$750 was my pick, before I saw the other replies. Just remember though, that this price is, I believe, a retail price, and one that you might not see obtain on the e-stand.