Germany, SA. A Model 1933 Dagger, by Perfectum

(Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch). Measuring 369 mm with the scabbard on, and featuring a 220 mm long magnetic nickel-plated steel blade, with dull edges and a semi-pointed tip. The blade’s reverse ricasso is marked with the logo of “Perfectum, Solingen”. It is diamond shaped, with the obverse of the blade acid etched with the SA motto “Alles für Deutschland” (Germany - Anything for Germany), retaining some of its original cross-graining, with light bruising and moderate scratches common to extraction and return to the scabbard. The upper cross-guard is constructed of nickel silver, marked "No" for "Nordsee", with light scratches to the surface, decorated with eight un-darkened grooves. The hardwood grip is evenly mahogany-coloured, with some signs of use, such as small dings, but without cracks or chips in the wood. It sits tightly against the upper and lower cross-guard, fitting well in its place, with minuscule gaps from shrinkage of the wood from age. The German national eagle sits snug in its place and is level with the wooden grip, without significant gaps between the eagle and the grip. The roundel sits equally snug and flush with the grip, featuring the SA logo within brown enamels. The dagger core within the grip is marked “H” on the upper and lower cross guard. The scabbard is constructed of brown-painted steel with nickel-silver fittings, with all four fastening screws present. The dagger is accompanied by a dagger hanger clip, constructed of nickel-silver. It is unmarked. The dagger is overall well preserved, with some signs of obvious use and aging, such as small dings in the wood, as well as some light greenish tarnishing on the nickel surfaces. In overall very fine condition.