Deluxe Presentation Fire Axe, German - M1938

Deluxe Presentation Fire Axe, German - M1938

This Fireman's Dress Axe is a fine item that was apparently issued prior to the Nazis coming to power, since it was in 1927, we can be fairly sure the axe was used during the Third Reich time. This axe head is slightly narrower than they usually are, having the cutting end on the right side, and the pierced, pointed end on the left. The face of the axe has a fine frosted background, and features raised-out floral designs. The details are outstanding throughout the etching on both sides. The axe is equipped with a wooden handle, which has original black paint. The lower portion of the handle has a matching nickel protective cap, which is smooth throughout, and retained by a screw on the bottom. The upper edges of the handle each have an escutcheon plate, which is retained by a screw. On the obverse upper portion of the handle is a very fine plaque. This plaque has cut out edges, which have florals cut into the surfaces of the edges, giving the presentation plaque the look of old parchment. Neatly jeweler engraved on the plaque is a nine line dedication, Fur vorzügliche Leistung bei Erlernung des Feuerlosch Dienstes [For excellent performance in learning of the fire service]. A great looking addition here for any fire department collection.

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