Germany, SA. A SA Dagger by H.A. Erbe AG, c.1938

(Sturmabteilung Dolch). A SA dagger measuring 37 cm in length with the scabbard on, while the blade of the dagger itself measures 22 cm and is constructed of nickel-silver plated metal, acid-engraved with “Alles für Deutschland” (“Everything for Germany”) on the obverse, the reverse presents RZM code “M7/69/38” for H.A. Erbe AG of Schmalkalden stamped onto the centre of the ricasso, the blade fits neatly through the upper crossguard, itself constructed of nickel-silver plating, which in turn sits flush with the wooden handle that shows only minimal shrinkage from age, eight notches are neatly carved into the upper cross guard evenly distributed between top and bottom, the obverse of the wooden handle bears a metallic NSDAP Parteiadler (Party Eagle) emblem fitted within the wood, featuring an eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, below sits a metallic Sturmabteilung logo comprised of a stylized “SA” initials, the lower crossguard, like the upper, also features eight carved notches, the dagger is held together by a nickel-silver pommel nut that sits tightly and securely in the lower crossguard, the scabbard measures 24.5 cm in length, is constructed of magnetic metal and re-painted, with a nickel-silver plated metal fitting at the tip and throat, a metal loop is attached to the upper fitting, allowing the dagger to hang from a uniform, the fittings are each securely held in place with original screws connecting the main body of the scabbard, the dagger is well-preserved and characterized by some wear consistent with use, and in overall very fine condition.