Germany, Drk. A German Red Cross Subordinate’s Hewer

(Deutsches Rotes Kreuz Hauer für Mannschaften). A well-preserved German Red Cross (DRK) subordinate’s hewer, measuring 415 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 270 mm-long magnetic steel blade with a squared tip, sharply serrated lower edge, and with a fuller running the length of each side. The blade is marked with patent mark “Ges. Geschützt" under hilt, and sits securely within a one-piece nickel-plated non-magnetic alloy hilt, with the seam covered by an intact black leather buffer pad. The upper crossguard features ribbed edges and dual central medallions. The obverse of the latter features a raised DRK insignia consisting of a German national eagle overlaid by a mobile swastika and clutching a large Geneva Cross, while the reverse is plain. Two pieces of black bakelite comprise the handle grip, with the obverse featuring a pebbled finish, and are fastened together with dual magnetic metal rivets. It completes with a wide, flattened pommel. The hewer is accompanied by its period original scabbard, constructed of a black-painted magnetic metal shaft. Magnetic metal fixtures are secured to both the tip and throat with dual side rivets. Overall, the blade is near mint while the dagger overall stands as extremely fine.