Ultra-Rare Third Reich Dove Head Sword w/Unique Langet. Richard Herder (4-point star) TM. This ultra-rare sword features a langet eagle which is very similar to the Herder Pattern Nr. 1017, which is shown on page 144 (left) of Collecting the Edged Weapons of the Third Reich, Volume I. Additional photos are available on page 85 of Swords of Germany 1900/1945 by John R. Angolia. Gilted Tombak hilt fittings show light surface wear to plain dove head pommel, with scroll work border extending down the backstrap. Unadorned knuckle-bow culminates in a crossguard featuring a 1- piece, cast langet/ferrule with large silvered Wehrmacht eagle. Black celluloid grip is perfect and is complete with tight triple-twisted wire-wrap. Plated blade measuring an impressive 36 ¼” in length grades Near MINT, showing only minor surface wear, with no graying, lifting, or nicks, and is complete with original tan leather blade buffer pad. Dent-free steel scabbard retains approximately 98% of its original black enamel shows virtually no wear or crazing. Sword is complete with original Officer pattern sword knot in Near MINT condition. Ultra-rare sword in superb condition retaining virtually 100% of the factory gilting on hilt fittings. Near MINT Price On Request (19632) HOLD