SS Polizei Officer sword for sale. The SS Polizei officer sword manufactured by the firm of Hermann Rath. The sword of typical later 1930s manufacture, with nickel-silver plated fittings throughout. The black ebony grip with the standard '13' silver wire bands. The Polizei wreathed eagle/swastika set into the centre.

The polished steel blade bearing the Hermann Rath name and trademark, along with the SS entwined Runes logo. The logo sanctioning this piece as an official SS contract sword. The scabbard with black painted shell. The nickel-silver plated top mount with typical stylised scrolls. The bottom nickel-silver plated screwed into position. 

Condition report: The SS Polizei Officer sword remaining in overall very good to excellent condition. The grip free from any splits or other damage, and with an excellent black ebony finish remaining. The wreathed eagle/swastika darkened with age. The blade with an excellent polished finish remaining, and free from any unsightly pitting. The scabbard shell with approximately 90% original black paint finish remaining.

Notes: A particularly rare version of the SS Polizei Officers sword to find in the market today.

Provenance: Harvey Riley 1980s. Acquired for the Reynolds collection in 1990.