Original WWII German 2nd Model Naval Dagger by F.W. Höller with Lightning Bolt Scabbard, Lion Hangers, and Portepee Vintage Signs Now we are honestly unsure

Now we are honestly unsure as to what the decoration was used for but it does have an odd beauty about it

the Mauser 71/84

and would be read: SHOWA (current reigning emperor) Juu-Hachi Nen (18th year of reign - 1943) 3rd month (March)

and a fabulous post-war lafette tripod

Original WWII German 2nd Model Naval Dagger by F.W. Höller with Lightning Bolt Scabbard, Lion Hangers, and Portepee Vintage Signs Now we are honestly unsureOriginal Item: Only One Available. We just received this lovely dagger out of a large private collection. It is a fine Solingen Produced totally original WWII German Kriegsmarine 2nd Model Naval Dagger by the well known firm F. W. Hller, complete with the original plated "lightning bolt" style brass scabbard. Additionally, it also has an original portepee tied around the crossguard, and fine velvet backed hangers. This is certainly a very nice and