Third Reich Shooting Association (Deutscher Schutzen-Verband) Dagger by Alcoso, Solingen, example with white celluloid covered wooden grip having brass crossed rifles to the centre. Plated top pommel and cross guard with acorn finials. Clamshell guard with enamel Deutscher Schützen-Verband emblem to the centre. Housed in its original leather and plated mounts scabbard. Fine single edged blade etched with hunting scenes, shooting mementos, etc. Blade with makers trademark to the base. The blade measures 39 ¾ cms, overall 54 ¾ cms. Fittings with some pitting / corrosion. Leather scabbard damaged and shrunk making it not fit into the scabbard correctly.