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What is an S.A. dagger ?
      (By David Mattey)
The S.A.Dagger was primarily worn as a symbol of authority by Hitler's (Sturmabteilung) S.A. from 1933 onwards.
 Formed in 1921 The S.A. or "Brown Shirts" were a thuggish street army who fought against the communist party supporters during demonstrations.The S.A. grew to a membership of 3,000,000 men by the late 1930's. Huge quantities of daggers were produced to accommodate this political army. The weapon takes the form of a Gothic dagger similar in design to one featured in a painting by Hans Holbein. These "Holbein Daggers" were initially produced with hand-fitted nickel mounts some having exotic fruitwood grips. The steel scabbards. had a lacquered brown anodized finish The blade was etched with the SA motto, Alles für Deutschland. Examples made prior to 1935 were stamped with the German sector of the SA group on reverse lower crossguard. Later examples underwent standardization through the RZM production control ministry. These pieces were produced with cheaper plated zinc-based fittings the  scabbards were now spray painted. Non Ferrous metals were being reserved for the armaments industry.Prior to his "unmasking" as a traitor?, Ernst Röhm was the leader of the SA. In 1934, he distributed approximately 100,000 SA daggers with his personal inscription on the reverse blade (Ironically SS Daggers with the same inscription were presented to the very people would soon seal his fate). These daggers were to honor individuals who had served with the SA prior to December, 1931. Other than the inscription, these pieces were identical to the standard M 1933 SA dagger. After the Röhm purge an order to remove all inscriptions that bore his name was given. Many examples were returned to the factory for grinding. Others had the dedication erased  in the field by whatever means were available. Examples are occasionally encountered with remnants of the original inscription on the blade. Some blades exist with an intact inscription, reflecting only the removal of the Röhm signature. Very rarely is an example seen with a full, untouched inscription,as recognition of Ernst Röhm's existence was considered treasonous. One of my most exciting finds has to have been an SS dagger by Boker with full Röhm inscription?.

Notes on The First Model Luftwaffe Dagger  Adopted in 1935 the wearing of the first pattern Luftwaffe Dagger was initially confined to pilot officers. Regulations were relaxed allowing n.c.o.s and higher ranks from all branches to wear the model.  Manufacturers include Weyersburg, Alcoso, WKC, Klaas, EP&S, Herder, SMF, Tiger, Puma, Eickhorn,Heller, and Clemens & Jung. .

The fittings found on early models are of silver plated cast nickel with bronze swastica roundels.  Mid period models are found with zinc cast fittings and steel scabbard mounts .later production fittings were fashioned in aluminum. perhaps to reflect the spirit of aircraft production?  Genuine examples that mix chains and fittings from different periods do exist. Blades were usually plain in design with a silver plated finnish..These  can be found with of without a trade mark Etched examples should be viewed with great caution.  ,.The Scabbard shell was constructed of pressed steel with a fine blue Morocco leather covering. The spiral knopped grips were covered to match then adorned with twisted wires of various metal types.  The overall length is 48cm (18.9 inches).(First production scabbards have no shell and are characterised by wide staples securing the mounts.Makers found with D.L.V. type scabbards include Carl Eickhon and Gabriel Heller.

Some notes on the German Army (Heer) dagger
(Writted By David Mattey)

The German army dagger came into being in 1935. It was an element of dress that enabled rank to be identified and was less cumbersome to wear than swords which became confined  to wear on state occasions or on the parade ground. The design, as with many daggers of the period was by Paul Casburg .
Army Dagger Grips
The grip took a tubular form having concentric spiral grooves lacking the adornment of grip wire to be seen on other models. The early grips were molded in solid polymer compounds in various colours. Ivory grips were avaliable at extra cost. By 1939 production tecniques changed .Grips were cast in plaster over a wood former then dipped in "Trollon" to achieve a
White plastic coated finnish
Army Dagger Cross Guard & Pommel
Initially crossguards were cast from brass, skilfilly chisled, silver plated ,toned,polished then lacquered. Over time these later gave way to cheaply produced castings culminating in the use of a dull grey zinc.
The obverse cross guard design depicted an eagle with outstreached wings holding a swastica within a wreath.The pommel which also acted as the sucuring nut tapererd from the top downward decorated all the way around with upstanding oak leaves rising from the grip to the pommel top.
Army Dagger Blades
The Army dagger blades were generally plain in design and around 26 cm in length. Some manufacturers plated blades however they are more frequently encountered with a horisontal "Cross Grain" Finnish. Etched presentation blades as well as Damascus steel examples are not unknown however such exotica should be veiwed with caution by todays collectors.
Army Dagger Scabbards
The first 1935 Army dagger’s had heavy silver plating applied to the"pebble" decorated brass scabbard shells .From 1936 scabbards were produced in steel some with a nickle finish and late issues with the gray oxide finish.Fitted to the scabbard were two hanger suspension rings with oak leaf patterns onto which the hanging straps was clipped.
Hanging Straps & Knot
Army Daggers were worn suspended on two hanger straps, united by a belt clip at the top. The silver braid faced straps were backed with field grey velvet . Oval buckles with oak leaf patterns and matching silvered slides.
A Silver 42-43 cm Knot or Portapee was worn tied around the dagger grip .
Army dagger production had ceased by mid 1943
 

Additional images avaliable upon application from bonefide Museums and G.D.B. registered collectors $4500

GERMAN DAGGER FOR SALE! NEW "FOR SALE" SECTION An Excellent NSKK Chained Dagger by Carl Eickhorn. for Sale or exchange An excellent example of the post 1936 variation of the NSKK Officer’s and long service NCO’s chained dagger. The dagger has the nickel plated crossguards which retain virtually all of their plating and show no signs of ever having been polished.  The grip is a mid-colour, generally excellent but has a few very minor bruises. Eagle and SA logo are undamaged. The blade is very fine the grained factory finnish virtually untouched apart from minor draw marks. It bears the correct small RZM mark, M 7/66 and 1941.For Carl Eickhorn which I believe is only encountered on chained examples?. Blade etching is excellent. The main body of the scabbard is without dents but with some roughness and loss to the original black paint consistent with period service ware. The fittings and chape again retain almost all of their nickel plating and the ball base is very good. The domed head screws are original and undamaged. Moving to the all important chain, this is the standard style with four top links and five bottom. It is complete with an original and rare leather belt loop. Nickel plating is generally very good and about 80% intact. The images show the rear stampings well but the “A” to the rear of the first top link needs further research and may be a rarity. This is the Assman mark. A fine Example Price $4500

A summarised History of the R.A.D.Hewer

(Written By David Mattey)

 Instituted in 1934 the R.A.D.Hewer was robustly crafted to serve as both a working hatchet and to be worn as an emblem of authority on formal occasions. Paul Casburg based his design for the hewer on an antique woodman's hatchet.

These Antler griped Hewers measured forty cms overall .They had carbon steel blades etched with the RAD moto"Arbeit Adelt"  ("Work Ennobles") The scabbards were steel shells mounted with silvered nickel then later steel and alloy fittings. Celtic knot designs and a swastika within a spade flanked by ears of corn were impressed into the fittings. Fittings to the scabbard were toned with black shellac,oil glaze or cellulose paint ,polished back, then lacquered to achieve an antique look.

The antler grip plates on early production Hewers retain the raw texture whilst later examples tend to have a smoother finish. A Scarce variation is the "Full Stag" in this early variation of the Hewer the handle lacks the metal ends to the pommel. They are instead covered by Antler. The Hewer was affixed to the Enlisted Mans belt by a large leather hanger, variations of hangers exist as well as non regulation examples.

 Hewers were locally issued at battalion bases and was not available for private purchase .The RAD’s triangular proof mark is seen above the makers mark on hewers produced before 1936 production of the Hewer had finished by late 1942

Known Makers of the Rad Hewer. Include Carl Eickhorn. Boker.,Gottlieb Hammesfahr.W.K.C., Axt und Hauer fabrick.,Paul Weyersberg & Co.,Carl Julius Krebbs.Tiger. and Pumawerk.
 

Dagger Type

Value

Dagger Type

Value

SA 1933 EM 

(Value Down)

U.S $550

U.K£350

Teno EM Hewer

(Value hovering)

£1,900

Teno Officer +

£3,400

SA Honor +

£52,000

Forestry

£900

SA High Leader

£25,000

Hunting Official -

£1,300

SA Rohm EM -

£3800

Rifle Association

£1,500

SA Rohm Chained

£5,000

Hitler Youth Knife

£400

feldenhaller +

(Value Up)

£55,000

Hitler Youth Leader

£3,500

NSKK 1933 EM 

(Value Down)

U.S.550

U.K.£350

HD

£400

NSKK 1936 Chained Dagger -

£3,800

Land Customs +

£1,700

NSK High Leader +

£32,000

Sea Customs +

£5,500

SS 33 EM Dagger+

£2,600

Water Protection

£3,500

SS 1936 Chained Dagger

£5,000

Postal Protection +

£2,900

SS High Leader -

£57,000

Postal Leader

£3,500

SS Honor +

£52,000

NPEA student

£2,000

Luftwaffe 1

(Value Hovering)

U.S.$700

U.K£550

NPEA Leader

£6,000

Luftwaffe 2 -

(Value Down)

U.S.$450

U.K.£200

NPEA Chained

£6,000

Navy 1

£900

RAD EM +

£650

Navy 2

(Value Down)

U.S.$600

U.K£450

RAD Leader -

£1800

Army Dagger -

(Value Down)

U.S.$400

U.K£220

DRK em