Germany. An Early Model 1933 SA Dagger by the Gebrüder Gräfrath of Solingen

A fine example of a standard model 1933 SA dagger, measuring 367 mm with the scabbard on, and featuring a 219 mm magnetic nickel-plated steel blade, with sharpened edges and a sharp tip that is slightly bent downwards. The blade’s reverse ricasso is maker marked “Gebr. Gräfrath, Solingen”, as well as with their stylized lion logo. It is diamond shaped, with the obverse of the blade etched with the SA motto “Alles für Deutschland” (Anything for Germany), retaining its original cross-graining, with light to moderate scratches to the blade common to extraction and return to the scabbard, The crossguard is constructed of solid nickel, with scattered contact marks and scratches, with eight deep undarkened grooves, and a “Nm” for “Nordmark”. The hardwood grip is evenly mahogany-coloured, with only a tiny chip on the wooden grip, but without major damage or signs of wear of any kind. It sits tightly against the upper and lower crossguard, fitting well in its place, with small gaps from shrinkage of the wood from age. The national eagle “Hoheitszeichen” 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 pommel nut is tight, showing minor marks from previous loosening. The scabbard is constructed of brown-painted steel with nickel-silver fittings, with all four fastening screws present. The dagger is overall extremely well preserved, with only minor marks of period use. The scabbard is well preserved, with light loss of finish from storage. In overall near extremely fine condition.