Germany, SA. A Model 1933 Dagger, SA Group North Sea, by Paul Weyersberg & Co.

(Sturmabteilung Dolch). A well-preserved Sturmabteilung (SA) Model 1933 dagger, measuring 37 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 22.5 cm-long nickel-plated magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and edges. Acid-etched onto the obverse of the blade is an inscription of “ALLES FÜR DEUTSCHLAND” (“EVERYTHING FOR GERMANY”) in Fraktur script. The reverse ricasso bears a maker’s mark of “PAUL WEYERSBERG & CO., SOLINGEN”, circumscribing the firm’s wreathed sword logo. The blade sits securely within a nickel-silver upper crossguard which is marked with eight notches, distributed in groups of four at both the top and bottom, and which is stamped on the reverse with initials “NO” indicating distribution to SA-Gruppe Nordsee (SA Group North Sea). The handle grip is composed of a single piece of dark brown wood which is carved into a curvature for a secure and comfortable grip. Inset into the obverse of the handle is a silvered German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, measuring 25 mm (w) x 15 mm (h). Also inset into the reverse ricasso is a partially-silvered SA insignia measuring 9 mm in diameter. The dagger completes with a nickel-silver lower crossguard, similarly marked with eight notches, secured in place with a rounded pommel nut which maintains the dagger’s structural integrity. It is accompanied by its period original scabbard, constructed of a brown-painted magnetic metal shaft. Nickel-silver fittings are secured to both the tip and throat with side rivets. Emanating from the latter is an integral loop for the accommodation of an optional hanger. The throat also retains a functional spring catch to firmly hold the dagger in place during storage. Issues consistent with age and wear are evident, and include minor tarnishing to the blade and loss of scabbard paint. The dagger remains in an overall near extremely fine condition.