Germany, SA. A Sturmabteilung (SA) Dagger, by Stoecker & Co.
(Sturmabteilung Dolch). A Sturmabteilung (SA) Dagger by Arthur Evertz, Solingen. Measuring 380 mm in length with the scabbard on, while the blade of the dagger itself measures 220 mm and is constructed of nickel-silver plated metal, acid-engraved with "Alles für Deutschland" (“Everything for Germany”) on the obverse. The reverse presents plain with the exception of a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) stamp on the ricasso, complete with a maker’s code of “M7/9” for Stoecker & Co. (SMF), Solingen. The edges present in a semi-sharpened condition and the tip has been slightly blunted. 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 the 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, measuring 25 mm (w) x 15 mm (w). On the same side, just above the lower cross guard, sits a metallic Sturmabteilung logo, comprised of stylized “SA” initials measuring 9 mm in diameter. Similar to the upper crossguard, the lower 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 255 mm in length and is constructed of brown-painted magnetic metal, with nickel-silver plated metal fittings at the tip and throat. It features a functional spring mechanism securely holding the dagger in place during storage. A metal loop measuring 19 mm in diameter is attached to the upper fitting, allowing the dagger to be hung from a uniform. The fittings are each held securely in place with two (original) screws connecting to the main body of the scabbard. Extremely well-preserved, this dagger is characterized by some very minor tarnishing of the nickel-silver features and running marks on the blade, but presents in an otherwise extremely fine condition.

