8 5/8 inch double edged blade, (13 5/8 inches overall) with the acid etched "Meine Ehre Heisst Treue!" (My Honor is Loyalty!) on the obverse and the reverse marked with the RZM logo, "324/ 38" (unidentified maker, possibly Klittermann & Moog, 1938 production) and the SS runes. The "!" variation of the blade etching presents a mystery to collectors, due to limited information on the firms involved with their production, and their intended purpose. German silver hilt and pommel, with enamel SS runes and the "Nazi eagle/swastika" on the grip. Black enamel and nickel finished sheath, with a black leather vertical suspension belt hanger, marked with a stylized "A" next to "DRGM" on the back of the nickel belt clip.

Excellent, with light handling marks and scabbard scuffs on the otherwise excellent blade. Some light flaking of the enamel has occurred on the sheath, with minor cracking of the leather.