• 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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  • Shako of Police NCO.

    Shako of Police NCO. (Lot: 1491)

    Parade shako (Tschako) for enlisted and non-commissioned officer personnel of the German Police (Ordnungspolizei), dating from the period 1936 to 1945. The crown is constructed from grey-green cloth in the regulation police shade, with the visor and band fashioned from black patent leather. The front displays a large aluminum police-pattern eagle clutching a swastika within an oak leaf wreath. Above the eagle is an oval cockade in national colors (white, red, and black), executed in twisted cord technique. Two ventilation holes with metal mesh screens are positioned on the sides. The chin strap is made of genuine leather with nickel-plated hardware. This item represents significant collector value as an example of regulation headgear worn by police formations of the Third Reich.

    Starting bid: $ 930
  •  Shako of Police Officer. Shako of Police Officer.

    Shako of Police Officer. Shako of Police Officer. (Lot: 1490)

    This shako helmet has nice EM insignia, but has the upgraded bullion cockade and Officer scaled metal chinstrap. The body of the helmet has clean green wool with only a few moth type marks and the black leather shows some crazing. The interior of the helmet has the maker stamp of Robert Lubstein under the Erel company in the center. This one is also marked with a size of 57 1/8 on the rear part of the sweatband.

    Starting bid: $ 1,275
  • Japanese Army Combat Helmet WWII

    Japanese Army Combat Helmet WWII (Lot: 1489)

    Stunning overall condition on this helmet with an original star insignia to the front and great painted finish and no dents or dings. The interior of the helmet is even nicer with a full liner and straps that have excellent Japanese markings. The liner even shows a bot of dried blood to the inside which really sets it apart from others. One of the nicer Japanese helmets we have ever seen.

    Starting bid: $ 1,475
  • Japanese Army Combat Helmet WWII

    Japanese Army Combat Helmet WWII (Lot: 1488)

    Clean overall condition and has a very interesting look about it. Exterior shows no damage to the shell and has a standard paint finish with a splash of different paint to the one side of a lighter color tan. Never seen this before on this style helmet. Has the star insignia present and in perfect condition. Interior is also very nice and shows blood splatter to the straps and liner. Has the proper drawstring and is marked at the back. Fine example of this style helmet.

    Starting bid: $ 1,375