• Officer sword of Third Reich [FW. Höller]. With an additional eagle on the back of the grip (Lot: 1472)

    Officer parade weapons, revived following the restoration of the German armed forces, continued the proud traditions of the Imperial Army and the Reichswehr. Unlike the Army dagger model 1935, officer sabers were produced in numerous design variations by various Solingen manufacturers. Production of this type of weapon was discontinued in May 1943 due to wartime industrial demands; however, examples already in service continued to be worn with parade uniforms. In late 1944, the wearing of parade edged weapons was completely abolished, and officers were ordered to carry a pistol instead of a saber or dagger.

    The blade bears the mark of the renowned Solingen firm F. W. Höller Waffenfabrik, founded in 1866 and officially registered with the Solingen authorities on 5 June 1883. From its founding, the company specialized in the production of edged weapons and cutlery. Throughout the late 19th century and during the First World War, the firm manufactured a wide range of military products, including bayonets, sabers, and swords. In 1905, the company registered its well-known trademarks: the thermometer image, as well as the figure of a man tipping his hat with the inscription “Hut ab!” (“Hats off!”). From 1914 to 1939, the firm was managed by Julius Küller. During the Third Reich period, Höller became one of the largest and most prolific edged weapons manufacturers in Solingen, specializing in a broad range of military products. In 1935, the company was located at Sonnenstraße 8, Solingen, and that same year received RZM license M7/33. Products were actively advertised in specialized journals and catalogs, showcasing an extensive assortment that included NSDAP and Wehrmacht daggers, swords, and bayonets. The firm also produced parade bayonets with high-quality etched blades. In 1941, Höller celebrated its 75th anniversary, promoting the Höller Model 21 sword as its flagship model. In June 1941, the company was assigned the K98 bayonet manufacturer letter code (fze). Following the end of the Second World War, under the ownership of Herr Grah, the firm continued operations, producing cutlery, kitchen and professional knives, swords, and scissors through the 1970s. The company was officially liquidated in December 1974. Particular collector value is added to this example by a rare decorative detail: an additional eagle on the grip backstrap, distinguishing this saber from standard production specimens.

    Auction Ended
    Product sold for blitz price: $ 5,395
  • SA Service Dagger (Early type). [Stöcker & Co. SMF]. Rarity 6/10 (Lot: 1465)

    A service edged weapon of the SA (Sturmabteilung) storm troopers, adopted in 1933. The distinctively shaped blade with double-sided sharpening bears the legendary motto “Alles für Deutschland.” The handle is made of brown-colored wood and decorated with the SA emblem featuring an eagle; the metal scabbard is finished in the same brown tone.

    The early type of SA/NSKK daggers was produced between 1933 and 1936 and is distinguished by a number of characteristic design features. The scabbard and handle fittings are made of nickel silver (German silver), which, combined with the high quality of component fitting and the anodized scabbard coating, sets these examples apart from later production runs. This dagger was manufactured by Stöcker & Co. SMF. Early examples are particularly prized by collectors due to their impeccable craftsmanship and historical significance as the first service daggers of the storm troopers.

    A rarity rating of 5 out of 10 according to the Ralf Siegert classification indicates that such examples are relatively uncommon on the antiques market.

    Auction Ended
    Product sold for blitz price: $ 2,525

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  • German Army Dagger, Model 1935 (nickel-silver fittings). [Anton Wingen Jr].

    German Army Dagger, Model 1935 (nickel-silver fittings). [Anton Wingen Jr]. (Lot: 1360)

    Officially introduced on 4 May 1935 concurrently with the restoration of Germany’s armed forces, this dagger was intended for officers of the Army (Heer) and served as part of the dress and walking-out uniform, worn with the appropriate officer’s attire. The dagger quickly became one of the principal symbols of the Wehrmacht officer corps. It was worn by officers of all branches of the ground forces, including general officers, and production continued until 1942. Due to the extended period of manufacture, the Army dagger became the most widely produced German officer’s dagger of the Third Reich era and remains today one of the most popular collecting categories for German edged weapons.

    The fittings made of nickel silver (German silver) are characteristic of early examples, generally produced before 1936. The present specimen was manufactured by the renowned Solingen firm Anton Wingen Jr. Owing to their limited production numbers, high quality of craftsmanship, and distinguished appearance, such pieces are traditionally valued by collectors more highly than their later counterparts.

    $ 1,855 fee: 22.5%
  • Iron Cross 1st Class, 1939 pattern, screw-back version. Marked L/13 (Paul Meybauer, Berlin).

    Iron Cross 1st Class, 1939 pattern, screw-back version. Marked L/13 (Paul Meybauer, Berlin). (Lot: 554)

    Original screw-back Iron Cross 1st Class with L/13 maker mark on the reverse. Three-piece construction with magnetic iron core, black lacquer finish, and silvered frame. Rare screw-back variant complete with its original base plate and nut. Reverse is stamped L/13, indicating the manufacturer Paul Meybauer, Berlin. Attractive patina, all parts original, no restoration.

    $ 600 fee: 22.5%
  • Wound Badge in Gold, Miniature Stickpin

    Wound Badge in Gold, Miniature Stickpin (Lot: 1186)

    Miniature stickpin of the Verwundetenabzeichen in Gold grade. Oval form with steel helmet, crossed swords and oakleaf wreath in gilt finish. Twisted brass pin. Gold-grade wound badge miniatures are significantly rarer than black or silver examples.

    $ 55 fee: 22.5%