NSKK chained, FAKE???

[Dion]

Hey guys,

I`ve just recently purchased this awesome NSKK chained dagger, only to find out today that its a COPY!!!!!!
I think this dagger is a original NSKK, but upgraded with a fake chain.
I would really appreciate some input here from you seasoned collectors, as I`m hoping to return it to its previous owner.

Many thanks in advance.

Cheers,
Dion

[Dion]

the clip

[Dion]

the chain is nickle plated

[Dion]

close up of the links

[Dion]

Middel suspension fitting

[Dion]

Double marking of the NSKK Musterschutz Korpsführung, exept the word Korpsführung does`nt have the "Umlaut"??

[jancz3rt]

Yes

It does indeed seem to be a fake chain. I am new to the hobby, but I see issues with the text NSKK etc. but primarily with the way the holes are made in the different sections of the chain. I am referring to Wittman's offering of NSKK daggers all of which show the difference. There's my opinion for you. I am sure others will be able to help better.

Chained NSKKs for comparison:

Wittman offering: http://www.wwiidaggers.com/NSKKOFF.htm
Germandaggers.com : http://germandressdaggers.com/NSKK_C...n_Close_up.jpg

JAN

[Dion]

Hi Jan,

Yes, I believe these holes for the links should be a D shape, and not round. Further more, when looking closely at these holes, they`re not consistantly spaced! looks very much like they`ve been drilled by hand, and not cast when originally manufactured
Thanks for the input.

Cheers,
Dion

[sdp]

Round holes in the chain... = reproduction...

[Billy G]

I completely agree with the foregoing, looks like a postwar upgrade to an M36. Send it back immediately

[bastogne]

this might help

i learned something tonight . i did know that about the chain so i took a look at mine hope this helps i think mine is good thanks for sharing the info education is not cheap we have all hit land mines

[bastogne]

chained nskk

backside of the chain