THE JOHN PEPERA COLLECTION, SS-Obertruppführer Ludwig Schutz - a M 1933 SS personalised service dagger, maker Gottlieb Hammesfahr, Solingen, Polished blade (heavy scratches, tip damaged) with etched motto and traces of manufacturer's logo. Reverse etched with 'SS Obertruppführer Ludwig Schutz Fähnrich II.56. (3779)'. Nickel silver hilt fittings, lower reverse cross-guard district stamped 'I'. Black ebony wooden grip (well preserved) with inset nickel silver eagle and enamelled SS-emblem. Service worn black burnished steel scabbard with traces of lacquer and nickel silver fi, Editorial-Use-Only - Stock Photo