Germany, Rad. A Reich Labour Service Model 1937 Leader’s Hewer, Damascus Blade Hold also valid until 1947

also valid until 1947

fourteen of which have inscriptions on the reverses with most of these dated "1928"

Brandenburg (Hansa-Brandenburg) (Germany)

with roses at either end butting a rectangular bracket incorporating a floral motif

allowing for an adjustable fit at the waist

Germany, Rad. A Reich Labour Service Model 1937 Leader’s Hewer, Damascus Blade Hold also valid until 1947(Reichsarbeitsdienst Hauer). A rare Reich Labour Service (RAD) Model 1937 Leaders Hewer, measuring 395 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 255 mm long magnetic Damascus metal blade, bearing a fuller on each side. The obverse formerly bore a acid etched inscription of ARBEIT ADELT (LABOUR ENNOBLES), while the reverse formerly bore an inscription of FR HERVORRAGENDE LEISTUNGEN KONSTANTIN HIERL (FOR OUTSTANDING MERIT