Nskk Chained Dagger By F. Herder Archive 1148277 Flight Sergeant Arthur Merridew

1148277 Flight Sergeant Arthur Merridew (Pilot)

the quillon arms have the cast oakleaf and acorn pattern

prongs on eagles broken off

There is also a similar concern noted on the shipping envelope for the memorial plaque

Nskk Chained Dagger By F. Herder Archive 1148277 Flight Sergeant Arthur MerridewNSKK Chained Dagger by F. Herder A. S.,Solingen; an early dagger in excellent condition! Blade mint, bright and clean; fittings are nickel plated, excellent condition, marked "Wf" on crossguard. The grip is a dark reddish mahogany color having a sharp contour ridge, no chipping, SA runes and eagle in excellent condition. Scabbard is straight, no dents, very minor loss to paint, chain is of fine quality fully marked, in near mint condition; overall