Sturmabteilung (SA) Dagger with Hanger
The SA played an important part in the rise of Adolf Hitler into power. Originally their primary purpose was to act as a protection squad for the Nazi rallies and all forms of meetings. They were instrumental in blindly following orders from the senior party members so as to intimidate Romanis, trade unionists and Jewish businesses.
This early example of the issued SA dagger is maker marked GIESEN & FORSTHOFF – SOLINGEN and unit marked “Wf” for Westfalen . It has an early anodized scabbard with only minor scuffing that gives the scabbard a very nice look not often seen. All plated fittings are in beautiful condition with all plate intact, there are two dents to the scabbard ball and a tiny split almost invisible. The wooden rosewood handle is near perfect. The SA lozenge has full enamel and the inset eagle is in really beautiful condition. The dagger fits nicely into the scabbard with no play. All 4 securing screws are present. The blade motto “Alles fur Deutschland” is distinct but a little faded, – blade in general is classed as excellent. The dagger has the standard hanger, leather and all fittings in excellent condition.
A very nice SA Dagger with Hanger.
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