German WWI U-Boat Commander Ralph Wenninger Damascus Navy Dress Dagger w/ Book

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German WWI U-Boat Commander Ralph Wenninger Damascus Navy Dress Dagger w/ Book:
$29000.00

Rare German WWI U-Boat Commander Ralph Wenninger Damascus Navy Dagger

Original exceptional Imperial German Navy officer’s dress dagger attributed to U-Boat Commander Ralph Wenninger, featuring a beautiful high-grade Damascus steel blade and retaining its original scabbard.

This rare presentation-quality naval dagger is accompanied by the reference book in which the exact dagger is pictured, adding strong provenance and significant collector appeal.

The dagger displays the classic Imperial German Navy officer form with finely detailed fittings and an impressive patterned Damascus blade rarely encountered on surviving examples. Ralph Wenninger was a noted German naval officer and U-Boat commander during the WWI period, making this an especially desirable historical piece for advanced militaria and naval collectors.

Total length is approximately 14 1/2 inches with approximately 9 1/2 inch blade.

The dagger remains solid with no loose parts noted. The Damascus blade retains visible patterning with age-related wear and patina consistent with authenticity and period use.

Includes:

Original dagger
Original scabbard
Reference book featuring this exact dagger

An outstanding Imperial German naval artifact with documented provenance, desirable attribution, and exceptional display presence.

Please review all photos carefully for exact condition, measurements, and details before purchase.