Buy⚔️ for a gift and for collecting Officer’s dirk of the People’s Army of the GDR model 1960-1961 years in Ukraine city of Kyiv

Name: Officer's dirk of the People's Army of the GDR (1960-1961)
Brand: Antique Weapons
SKU: 28845
Availability: InStock

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?️ The GDR People’s Army Officer’s Dirk, 1960-1961, is a unique artifact that reflects the Cold War era and symbolizes the discipline and dedication of the East German military. Made of high quality materials, this dirk was part of the ceremonial equipment of officers of the National People’s Army (NVA) of the German Democratic Republic. With its sleek design and masterful craftsmanship, it will become a prized possession in any collection. Add this iconic piece to your collection and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of historical events of the last century ?.

The handle is round, made of bakelite, with four rounded deep grooves, with a cylindrical nut at the bottom through which the spring latch button passes. The handle head is round, rimmed, screwed onto the shank from above, and has a flake pattern on the surface.

The cross is flat and tapers at the ends. The ends are made in the form of stylized acorns and point in different directions. All metal parts of the hilt are nickel-plated.

Офицерский кортик Народной Армии ГДР образца 1960-1961 годов

The blade is straight, rhombic in cross-section, double-edged, nickel-plated, with two narrow lobes. The heel has the number “53183” and a spring latch tab.

Historical Background:

The officer’s dirk of the GDR People’ s Army (National People’s Army, NVA) was introduced in 1960-1961, during the peak of the Cold War, when the German Democratic Republic (GDR) was actively strengthening its armed forces. Dirks of this type were intended to be worn by NVA officers during official events, parades and ceremonies, emphasizing their status and belonging to the military elite of East Germany.

Manufacturing of dirks was carried out at a high level, using quality materials. The stainless steel blade was characterized by high strength and endurance, which was especially important for military conditions. The handle, made of bakelite, had a characteristic shape and was decorated with the emblem of the GDR, which gave the dirk a special symbolic meaning.

The GDR National People’s Army was created in 1956 from the armed formations left over from World War II and became one of the most powerful armies of the Warsaw Pact. NVA officers were considered among the most well-trained in the world, and their weapons and equipment met the highest quality standards. The dirks were used not only as symbols of authority, but also as rewards for loyal service.

They symbolized ideological commitment to socialist ideals and were an integral part of GDR military culture. Despite the disintegration of the GDR in 1990 after the reunification of Germany, these dirks remained an important element of historical heritage and a rare item for collectors. They are in high demand on the antiques market because of their rarity and symbolic value.