the dagger measuring 443 mm in length overall
1941 and signed in blue ink by the Chief of Luftflotte 1 and Commander East
designed with ball finials on all eight points on the arms
demonstrating extensive oxidation and loss of finish to both the core and frame
and Henry Knoz as Secretary
Germany, Luftwaffe. An Air Gunner and Radio Operator Badge, by Berg & Nolte Hold the dagger measuring 443 mm(Fliegerschtzenabzeichen fr Bordfunker). Constructed of silvered tombak, the obverse consisting of an oval laurel and oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by a mobile swastika, overlaid by a swooping Luftwaffe eagle clutching a pair of lightning bolts, the reverse with two visible rivets securing the eagle in position, with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, maker marked with the logo of Berg & Nolte, Ldenscheid,