Germany, SA. A Rare Model 1933 Dagger, SA Group Nordsee, by Hammesfahr Cie

(Sturmabteilung Dolch). A scarce Sturmabteilung (SA) Model 1933 Dagger, measuring 370 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 222 mm-long polished 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 “HAMMESFAHR CIE, SOLINGEN”, topped by the firm’s uncommon early swimmer logo. The blade sits securely within a nickel-silver upper crossguard which is marked with eight notches, distributed in pairs of four at both the top and bottom. Stamped onto the reverse of the crossguard are initials “NO” indicating distribution to SA-Gruppe Nordsee (SA Group Nordsee). The handle grip is composed of a single piece of dark brown wood, carved into a curvature for a 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 set into the obverse pommel is a partially-silvered SA logo 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 fixtures are riveted to both the top and the throat. The latter features an integral loop for the accommodation of a hanger, and retains a functional spring catch, firmly holding the dagger in place during storage. Issues consistent with age and wear are evident, and include moderate tarnishing throughout the blade, minor oxidation of the nickel silver, come loss of scabbard paint, and denting to the scabbard tip. The dagger is in an overall very fine condition.