An Early Model 1933/35 SS Honour Dagger (Ehrendolch) by Böker of Solingen

A well preserved early model 1933/35 SS Honour Dagger (Ehrendolch der SS) in well preserved condition by Böker of Solingen. The dagger measures 373 mm with the scabbard on, and features a complete and untempered 220 mm nickel-plated steel blade, exhibiting fine cross-graining; in near extremely fine condition with marks common to extraction and return to the scabbard. It was sharpened, with some marks from being sharpened, and features a semi-sharp tip. The blade is diamond shaped, with the obverse of the blade acid etched with the SS motto, “Meine Ehre heißt Treue” (My word is my honour). The reverse recasso is marked with the stylized logo of Böker of Solingen. The crossguard is that of the solid nickel variety and is district marked “I” (for Munich) and has stood the test of time with only very minor marks, with with eight deep, but undarkened groves. The ebony hardwood grip is handcrafted and stained using aniline dye. The national eagle (Hoheitszeichen) sits snug in its place and level with the wood with minimal gaps between the eagle and the grip. The roundel sits snug and flush with the wood grip, featuring SS runes with black enamels. The lower crossguard is also crafted in solid nickel and appears to be partially stamped with a “1”, with the remaining numbers “01732” etched into the crossguard by hand. The scabbard is constructed of painted black steel (magnetic) with nickel fittings, and all original fastening screws. It is marked twice with “56” on both of the fittings. The scabbard has lost the majority of its paint and depicts some moderate signs of corrosion. Overall better than very fine condition.