Germany, SA. A Model 1933 Service Dagger, SA-Gruppe Nordsee, by Anton Wingen Jr.

(Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch M33). A Sturmabteilung (SA) Model 1933 Service Dagger, measuring 26.5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 22 cm-long, nickel-plated, magnetic steel blade retaining factory-original sharpening to both the tip and edges. Acid-etched onto the obverse of the blade is an inscription of “ALLES FÜR DEUTSCHLAND” (“EVERYTHING FOR GERMANY”) in Fraktur script. The reverse ricasso bears a maker’s mark of “ANTON WINGEN JR., SOLINGEN”, circumscribing the firm’s armour-clad knight logo. The blade sits securely within a nickel-silver upper crossguard which is marked with eight notches, distributed in groups of four at both the top and bottom. Stamped onto the reverse of the crossguard is a mark of “NO”, indicating distribution to SA-Gruppe Nordsee. The handle grip consists of a single piece of lacquered dark brown wood which is carved into a curvature for a comfortable grip. Inset into the obverse is a silvered German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, measuring 25 mm (w) x 15 mm (h). Also inset into the obverse of the pommel is a partially-silvered SA logo measuring 9 mm in diameter. It completes with a nickel-silver lower crossguard, similarly marked with eight notches, which is held in place by a rounded pommel nut that securely maintains the dagger’s structural integrity. It is accompanied by its original scabbard, constructed of a brown painted magnetic metal shaft. Nickel-silver fixtures are secured to both the tip and throat with side rivets. Emanating from the latter is an integral loop for the accommodation of a hanger, while a functional spring catch situated within the throat firmly holds the dagger in place during storage. Significant issues consistent with age and storage are evident, and include running marks and surface oxidation throughout the blade, scratching of the handle grip, a patina throughout the nickel-silver fixtures, near-total loss of scabbard paint resulting in surface oxidation, and the loss of the scabbard’s tip finial. This storied example remains in a fair condition.