Rare HJ Leader’s dagger, early production around 1937, featuring the typical motto “Blut und Ehre!” on the blade. Reverse with RZM maker code M7/36 (E.&F. Hörster, Solingen). Complete with original leather hanger.
Oval wooden grip, finely finished with a double wire wrap. The pommel bears the inlaid HJ diamond emblem, secured on the sides with two rivets. The crossguard is flat, slightly upturned, with restrained elegance. Beneath the crossguard lies the original leather buffer (blade washer). Overall, a very well-preserved grip reflecting the typical design language of leader daggers.
High-quality, double-edged blade in excellent condition. On the obverse, the deeply etched motto “Blut und Ehre!”, crisp and clear with original darkening. The reverse carries the maker mark RZM M7/36 for E.&F. Hörster Solingen, one of the most renowned Solingen producers of the era. The tip is unshortened and sharp; the original blade washer is firmly set between blade and guard.
Original metal scabbard with a dark blue to nearly black leather covering. The mounts are of bright non-ferrous metal and display the continuous twisted rope motif. The throat additionally features a detailed HJ eagle holding a sword and hammer – a characteristic detail of these rare pieces. The throat is secured at the rear by a single screw without signs of having been opened. Two closed suspension rings complete the mounts.
Hanger: Original black leather hanger, thread-reinforced. The snap hook bears the marking RZM U.E.10 (Reichszeugmeisterei / Uniform Effects / registered design of the German Reich). Both the upper suspension and the lower carabiners show the correct maker markings. 
Very hard to find full set in this top condition!
Condition 1-/ Near Mint