2nd Model Luftwaffe Deluxe Dagger Hangers

Textbook WW2 German 2nd Model Luftwaffe Deluxe Dagger Hangers - Guernsey Channel Islands Find - 'U.E. 10 RZM D.R.G.M.' MarkedAn exceptional, 100% original, and highly historic pair of World War II German 2nd Model Officer's Deluxe Luftwaffe Dagger Hangers (Dolchgehänge). This premium set features the desirable and rare deluxe hardware, intricately adorned with raised oak leaf and acorn motifs throughout the buckles, slides, and clips.This specific set was recently discovered by us on the historic island of Guernsey (Channel Islands), the heavily fortified British territory occupied by German forces during the war, providing it with a fantastic and genuine veteran pedigree.The reverse of the upper suspension clip is crisply factory-stamped with the compilation marking "U.E. 10 RZM D.R.G.M.", identifying production by the elite firm Wilhelm Deus of Solingen. Both lower spring-loaded "lobster claw" scabbard clips are fully functional and cleanly stamped "D.R.G.M." (Deutsches Reichsgebrauchsmuster).A fascinating and highly honest testament to time can be seen on the two deluxe oak-leaf buckles. While they are textbook factory twins that have undeniably remained together since production, decades of unique wartime and post-war storage exposure on the island have resulted in a striking variance in patina. The upper buckle has developed a gorgeous, warm bronzed/golden hue, while the lower buckle retains its classic silver-grey aging finish. This untouched atmospheric contrast perfectly solidifies the set's unquestionable pre-1945 integrity and historical charm. The silver bullion brocade straps with correct blue-grey fabric backing remain in premium condition. A museum-grade Channel Islands veteran that is nearly impossible to upgrade.Macro close-up highlighting the honest, time-induced variance in patina between the two identical factory-twin deluxe buckles.