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  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.

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  Officer sword of Third Reich [Carl Eickhorn]. Stamp – Ges. Gesch.. Field Marshall Series Wrangel №1693 (Lot: 1464)

  Following the restoration of German armed forces, the saber was reintroduced as a ceremonial cold weapon for officers, continuing the traditions of the Imperial Army and the Reichswehr. Unlike the army dagger model of 1935, officer sabers were produced in numerous design variations by various Solingen manufacturers. In May 1943, saber production was discontinued due to military industrial requirements; however, specimens already in service continued to be worn with dress uniforms. At the end of 1944, the wearing of ceremonial cold weapons was abolished, and officers were ordered to carry a pistol instead of a saber or dagger.

  The Carl Eickhorn company was founded in Solingen in 1865 and became one of Germany’s largest producers of cold weapons. The company trademark featuring a squirrel (Eichhörnchen) was a guarantee of the highest quality products. During the Third Reich, the enterprise produced a wide range of regulation cold weapons: daggers for all branches of service, SA, SS, NPEA, NSFK, and TeNo daggers, as well as ceremonial daggers, sabers, and dress swords. Carl Eickhorn products are distinguished by superior steel quality, meticulous finishing, and are highly valued by modern collectors.

  The mark “Ges. Gesch.,” an abbreviation of the German “Gesetzlich Geschützt” (Legally Protected), indicates patent protection for the product or its elements within German territory. This marking was widely applied to Third Reich cold weapons, primarily on daggers and daggers of party and paramilitary organizations, designating patented design solutions for hilts, scabbards, or decorative elements. The presence of an original mark attests to the authenticity of the object and its manufacture during the period when German patent law was in effect, which serves as an important attribution characteristic for collectors.

  A special place among army sabers of the Third Reich era is occupied by the famous “Field Marshal Series” of Carl Eickhorn, Solingen. The series consisted of nine different models, each bearing the name of an outstanding German military figure or historical personage: Wrangel, Scharnhorst, Blücher, von Stein, Roon, Derfflinger, Zieten, Prinz Eugen, and Lützow. The term “Field Marshal Series” is a traditional collector’s designation. The models had their own catalog numbers and differed in the design of their hilts, pommels, and decorative elements. A significant portion of the designs is connected to the renowned artist and weapons designer Paul Casberg. Today, the “Field Marshal Series” represents a special collecting interest precisely as a complete thematic collection: nine catalog models from one of Solingen’s leading manufacturers allow for assembling a complete, historically established series of Eickhorn army sabers. Individual models are considerably rarer than others, making the creation of a complete set a serious collecting objective.

  $ 1,095 fee: 22.5%
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  Officer sword of Third Reich [Paul Seilheimer]. (Lot: 1463)

  Following the restoration of the German armed forces, the saber was reintroduced as a ceremonial edged weapon for officers, continuing the traditions of the Imperial Army and the Reichswehr. Unlike the army dagger model of 1935, officer sabers were produced in numerous design variations by different Solingen manufacturers. In May 1943, saber production was discontinued due to wartime industrial demands; however, examples already in service continued to be worn with dress uniforms. In late 1944, the wearing of ceremonial edged weapons was definitively abolished, and officers were instructed to carry a pistol instead of a saber or dagger.

  The blade was manufactured by Paul Seilheimer, Solingen, a German edged weapons producer that made sabers, daggers, bayonets, and knives. Of particular interest to collectors is the fact that original Paul Seilheimer catalogs from the Third Reich period have survived to the present day, featuring illustrations of sabers, daggers, and equipment elements; some catalog copies have even preserved the original company price lists. This makes it possible today to compare surviving pieces with the manufacturer’s original product range. Paul Seilheimer blades are encountered considerably less frequently than products from the largest Solingen factories and represent sustained collector interest.

  $ 1,395 fee: 22.5%
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  Officer sword of Third Reich Lion Head. [Emil Voos]. Extra eagle on the langet (Lot: 1462)

  Ceremonial edged weapon for officers, reintroduced following the restoration of the German armed forces and continuing the traditions of the Imperial Army and the Reichswehr. Unlike the army dagger model 1935, officer sabers were produced in numerous design variants by various Solingen manufacturers. In May 1943, saber production was discontinued due to wartime industrial demands; however, examples already in service continued to be worn with dress uniform. In late 1944, the wearing of ceremonial edged weapons was abolished, and officers were required to carry a pistol instead of a saber or dagger.

  The blade was manufactured by Emil Voos, Solingen, a renowned German edged weapons producer whose sabers, daggers, and knives represent sustained collector interest today. The firm operated in Solingen, the famous center of German blade production, and was distinguished by its high quality of manufacture and finish. Emil Voos products are encountered noticeably less frequently than those of many major Solingen manufacturers, which enhances their appeal to collectors. At the end of World War II, Solingen suffered heavy Allied bombing, particularly in November 1944, when a significant portion of the city was destroyed.

  The hilt featuring a lion head is complemented by a rare design feature: an eagle on the guard. This execution is found among a limited number of manufacturers and represents an interesting collector variant, distinguished by its hilt ornamentation.

  $ 1,975 fee: 22.5%
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  Dagger of the Leader of the Technical Emergency Corps (TeNo), Model 1938 (Matching numbers). [Carl Eickhorn]. (Lot: 1461)

  Technical Emergency Corps (TeNo) Leader’s Dagger, Model 1938, manufactured by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. This example bears the manufacturer’s trademark and retains matching numbers on the blade and scabbard, confirming their factory pairing and attesting to the complete original preservation of the piece.

  This dagger model was introduced in November 1938, concurrently with the adoption of new regulation edged weapons for the TeNo organization. It was intended to be worn with dress uniform by commanding officers holding the rank of Stabsscharführer and above. Officers purchased these daggers at their own expense through special organizational outlets.

  The history of the Technical Emergency Corps began on September 30, 1919. Throughout the existence of the Weimar Republic, the corps repeatedly distinguished itself, demonstrating efficiency and excellent technical training. Naturally, this organization could not escape the attention of the new leadership, the National Socialist Party. In 1939, to further enhance efficiency, TeNo was transferred to the jurisdiction of the Reich Ministry of Foreign Affairs and subordinated to police structures, allowing for improved operational capacity. Prior to the commencement of the Polish campaign, TeNo was commanded by SS Gruppenführer (SS Lieutenant General) Schmelzer; he was later succeeded in this post by SS Gruppenführer Weinreich.

  The Carl Eickhorn company was founded in Solingen in 1865 and became one of the largest manufacturers of edged weapons in Germany. The company’s trademark, featuring a squirrel (Eichhörnchen), served as a guarantee of the highest quality products. During the Third Reich period, the firm produced a wide range of regulation edged weapons, including daggers for all branches of service, SA and SS daggers, NPEA, NSFK, and TeNo daggers, as well as dress daggers, sabers, and swords. Carl Eickhorn products are distinguished by superior steel quality and meticulous finishing, and are highly valued by modern collectors.

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  Luftwaffe Dagger, Model 1937 (2nd Model). [FW. Höller]. Stamp – FW. Höller. (Lot: 1460)

  Luftwaffe officer’s dagger, second model (1937 pattern), complete with metal scabbard and officer’s sword knot. The handle is made of celluloid with characteristic spiral wrapping of aluminum wire. The spherical pommel is decorated with relief plant ornament featuring oak leaves and a swastika in yellow metal. The crossguard is fashioned as a spread eagle grasping a swastika in its talons. The blade bears an oval maker’s mark of F.W. Höller, Solingen, with a thermometer motif. The metal scabbard features characteristic shagreen texture and is adorned with metal fittings decorated with relief ornament of oak leaves.

  $ 1,495 fee: 22.5%
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  Imperial German Navy Officer’s Dagger pre 1918 [WKC] (damascus steel blade) (Lot: 1459)

  $ 4,925 fee: 22.5%
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  RAD Leader Man’s Hewer [WKC]. (Lot: 1458)

  A rare example of edged weaponry created specifically for the leadership echelon of the Reichsarbeitsdienst, the Reich Labour Service. Initially, both junior and senior RAD personnel were issued the standard RAD hewer. It was only in 1938 that a separate RAD leader’s dagger was introduced specifically for commanding officers, immediately establishing it as a distinct category of status weapon.

  The distinguishing feature of this example is its smaller dimensions and more refined execution compared to the standard hewer issued to enlisted and junior personnel. The dagger was worn on a special leather hanger, emphasizing its designation as officer’s equipment. The blade bears the traditional RAD motto “Arbeit adelt” (“Labour Ennobles”), expressing the ideological foundation of the organization. The piece was manufactured at the production facilities of the renowned German firm WKC, attesting to its high quality of craftsmanship.

  $ 3,245 fee: 22.5%
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  HITLER YOUTH LEADER DAGGER (RZM type). Stamp – M7/36. (Lot: 1457)

  The honorary edged weapon intended for wear by the leadership of the Hitler Youth organization served as an important status attribute for leaders. However, the number of daggers actually purchased was notably lower than the number of leaders who were entitled to such weapons by virtue of their position. According to the recollections of a son of one of the Hitler Youth leaders, his father preferred to wear a pistol in a holster with his uniform instead of a dagger. The reason was that the dagger had to be purchased with one’s own funds, and at the time it was quite expensive. Therefore, not every organization leader who had the right to wear one actually acquired such a dagger. This circumstance is one of the reasons for the comparative rarity of original examples today. A separate challenge for collectors is the authentication of such items. The market contains fairly high-quality modern reproductions, as well as restored and assembled examples with replaced parts. Consequently, a Hitler Youth leader’s dagger requires particularly careful examination: one must evaluate not only the blade and manufacturer’s mark, but also the grip, emblem, metal fittings, scabbard, and hanger, as well as the correspondence of all components to one another and to the period of manufacture.

  The RZM type represents a category of German daggers from the Third Reich period produced under the control of the Reichszeugmeisterei (the Imperial Equipment Office of the NSDAP). Such items were marked with a special RZM code and manufacturer number instead of the traditional maker’s trademark; this was introduced for standardization and quality control of Party edged weapons. RZM-type daggers are characterized by more uniform execution.

  The marking M7/36 is an RZM production code assigned to the firm E. & F. Hörster of Solingen, one of the renowned German manufacturers of edged weapons.

  $ 7,995 fee: 22.5%
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  Technical Emergency Corps (TeNo) Leader’s Dagger, Model 1938 (Lot: 1456)

  Technical Emergency Corps (TeNo) Leader’s Dagger, Model 1938, manufactured by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. This example bears the manufacturer’s trademark and retains matching numbers on the blade and scabbard, confirming their factory pairing and attesting to the complete original preservation of the piece.

  This dagger model was introduced in November 1938, concurrently with the adoption of new regulation edged weapons for the TeNo organization. It was intended to be worn with dress uniform by commanding officers holding the rank of Stabsscharführer and above. Officers purchased these daggers at their own expense through special organizational outlets.

  The history of the Technical Emergency Corps began on September 30, 1919. Throughout the existence of the Weimar Republic, the corps repeatedly distinguished itself, demonstrating efficiency and excellent technical training. Naturally, this organization could not escape the attention of the new leadership, the National Socialist Party. In 1939, to further enhance efficiency, TeNo was transferred to the jurisdiction of the Reich Ministry of Foreign Affairs and subordinated to police structures, allowing for improved operational capacity. Prior to the commencement of the Polish campaign, TeNo was commanded by SS Gruppenführer (SS Lieutenant General) Schmelzer; he was later succeeded in this post by SS Gruppenführer Weinreich.

  The Carl Eickhorn company was founded in Solingen in 1865 and became one of the largest manufacturers of edged weapons in Germany. The company’s trademark, featuring a squirrel (Eichhörnchen), served as a guarantee of the highest quality products. During the Third Reich period, the firm produced a wide range of regulation edged weapons, including daggers for all branches of service, SA and SS daggers, NPEA, NSFK, and TeNo daggers, as well as dress daggers, sabers, and swords. Carl Eickhorn products are distinguished by superior steel quality and meticulous finishing, and are highly valued by modern collectors.

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  RAD Enlisted Man’s Hewer [Edward Wusthof]. Stamp – Ges. Gesch.. (Lot: 1421)

  The dagger remains in very good collector’s condition. All metal fittings retain their original natural patina. The blade preserves its original factory finish, has never been sharpened, and retains its original factory geometry. The scabbard still has its original factory paint finish with no evidence of repainting.

  The Model 1934 hewer was the standard edged weapon of the Reichsarbeitsdienst (RAD). Prior to the introduction of a separate officer’s hewer in 1938, this model was used by both junior personnel and the leadership of the organization. Following the adoption of the officer’s pattern in 1938, the Model 1934 hewer remained the weapon of junior personnel, and the distinction between hewer types came to correspond with service ranks.

  This example was manufactured by Edward Wusthof, a German edged weapons producer based in Solingen, which produced hewers and daggers for the Reich Labor Service (RAD) during the Third Reich period. The company specialized in the manufacture of high-quality bladed weapons characteristic of the Solingen arms-making tradition.

  The piece bears the marking “Ges. Gesch.,” an abbreviation of the German “Gesetzlich Geschützt” (“Protected by Law”), indicating patent protection of the item or its components within German territory. This marking was widely applied to Third Reich edged weapons, predominantly on daggers and dirks of party and paramilitary organizations, denoting patented design features of hilts, scabbards, or decorative elements. The presence of the original marking attests to the authenticity of the piece and its manufacture during the period when German patent legislation was in effect; this constitutes an important attributional indicator for collectors.

  $ 1,495 fee: 22.5%
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  Puma combat knife [Puma]. Stamp – Puma. (Lot: 1420)

  Puma combat knives are among the most recognizable examples of German edged weapons from the World War II period. They were typically fitted with handles featuring red Bakelite scales, while variants with wooden or horn scales are considerably rarer. Archaeological finds convincingly confirm the use of these knives directly in combat conditions. They have been discovered on multiple occasions during excavations at battle sites: at positions of Jäger units of Army Group North in the Murmansk region, in the territory of East Prussia (present-day Kaliningrad Oblast), and in Belgium at sites of the Battle of the Bulge. Such finds directly at the front lines indicate that Puma knives were not merely commercial products but were actually used by German military personnel during combat operations.

  The firm PUMA-Werk Lauterjung & Sohn, founded in 1769, is one of the oldest manufacturers of edged weapons and knives in Solingen. During World War II, the company produced combat knives distinguished by high manufacturing quality and represented by several variants of proprietary markings. The present example bears the “Puma” marking. During production, the knife design underwent minor modifications; in particular, examples are encountered with both steel crossguards and crossguards made of zinc alloy, which is associated with production characteristics during different periods of the war.

  $ 1,295 fee: 22.5%
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  SS Dagger, Model 1933. (with a dedication from Heinrich Himmler). [Carl Eickhorn]. (Lot: 1419)

  The SS dagger model 1933 became the first official edged weapon of the Schutzstaffel. The design of this weapon traces back to 16th-century Swiss daggers known as Holbein daggers, and its appearance largely resembled the SA dagger, which was introduced at virtually the same time. The blade bears the motto “Meine Ehre heißt Treue” (“My Honour is Loyalty”), which became one of the organization’s principal symbols. In the early years of the SS, the dagger was regarded not only as an element of uniform and a symbol of unit membership, but also as a personal edged weapon that the owner could use if necessary.

  The reverse side of the blade carries the dedication “In herzlicher Kameradschaft, H. Himmler” (“In heartfelt comradeship, H. Himmler”). The history of these daggers is directly connected to the events of summer 1934, known historically as the “Night of the Long Knives.” Between 30 June and 2 July 1934, the Nazi leadership conducted a bloody purge of the SA leadership and various other political opponents; SS units played a significant role in these events, substantially strengthening the organization’s position. On 3 July 1934, 200 specially selected SS members and leaders who had participated in the “Night of the Long Knives” were presented with model 1933 daggers bearing Heinrich Himmler’s personal dedication. Thus, the present example is not an ordinary SS service dagger, but a special presentation variant directly linked to one of the key events in the organization’s formative history. The limited number of examples presented, Himmler’s personal dedication, and the clear historical connection to the events of 1934 make such daggers one of the rarest and most historically significant varieties of early SS edged weapons.

  The dagger was manufactured by Carl Eickhorn, a company founded in Solingen in 1865 that became one of the largest edged weapons manufacturers in Germany. The company’s trademark depicting a squirrel (Eichhörnchen) served as a guarantee of the highest quality products. During the Third Reich period, the firm produced a wide range of regulation edged weapons: dirks for all branches of the armed forces, SA, SS, NPEA, NSFK, and TeNo daggers, as well as dress dirks, sabres, and swords. Carl Eickhorn products are distinguished by superior steel quality and meticulous finishing, and are highly valued by modern collectors.

  $ 14,695 fee: 22.5%
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  SS Dagger, Model 1933. (Early type). [Jacobs & Co]. (Lot: 1418)

  The official edged weapon of the Schutzstaffel, established in 1933, became the first dagger officially adopted by this organization. The blade design traces back to 16th-century Swiss daggers known as Holbein daggers, and in appearance largely resembles the SA dagger, which was introduced at virtually the same time. The blade bore the motto “Meine Ehre heißt Treue” (“My Honor is Loyalty”), which became one of the principal symbols of the SS. In the early years of the organization, the dagger was regarded not merely as a uniform element and symbol of SS membership, but also as a personal edged weapon that its owner could employ if necessary.

  The firm Jacobs & Co., Solingen-Gräfrath ranks among the rarest manufacturers of early SS daggers of the 1933 pattern and is encountered considerably less frequently than most major producers. Of particular interest are early-type examples bearing the Jacobs & Co. maker’s mark, preserved in their original configuration prior to 1936, and without an issue depot stamp on the crossguard. Due to the high value and scarcity of such daggers, the markings and blades of this manufacturer are also subject to forgery today; therefore, the authenticity of all stampings and the correspondence of every detail to this specific maker require especially thorough verification.

  $ 12,995 fee: 22.5%
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  SS Dagger, Model 1933. (Early type). [Gottlieb Hammesfahr]. Stamp – III. (Lot: 1417)

  The first official edged weapon of the Schutzstaffel, introduced in 1933 and designed after 16th-century Swiss daggers known as Holbein daggers. In appearance, it closely resembled the SA dagger, which was adopted at nearly the same time. The blade bears the motto “Meine Ehre heißt Treue” (“My Honour is Loyalty”), which became one of the principal symbols of the SS. In the early years of the organization, the dagger was regarded not only as a uniform accessory and symbol of SS membership, but also as a personal edged weapon that its owner could use if necessary.

  The early variant of the SS dagger Model 1933, produced before 1936, features nickel silver fittings on the grip and scabbard, high manufacturing quality, and careful fitting of components. Scabbards typically had an anodized finish, although original painted variants are also encountered. Blades most commonly bear a maker’s mark with the manufacturer’s name; early RZM marks are occasionally found. From 1936 onward, the construction was gradually simplified: zinc, aluminum, steel scabbard fittings, and painted scabbards came into use. Transitional marks appeared, featuring both the manufacturer’s logo and RZM code, later replaced by RZM markings alone. Early daggers were produced in smaller quantities and typically saw longer periods of wear; consequently, examples in mint or near-mint condition are extremely rare. Minor grip chips and signs of use are considered normal for these pieces. Particular attention should be paid to restorations and later-period components; if such interventions are present, they are specifically noted in the item description.

  Gottlieb Hammesfahr, Solingen-Foche, is a renowned Solingen firm with a history dating back to the 19th century. The company was engaged in edged weapon production for many years, and during the Third Reich period became one of the manufacturers of early SS daggers Model 1933. Early Hammesfahr examples feature the maker’s mark on the blade, nickel silver fittings, and typically anodized scabbards.

  The “III” mark on the lower crossguard refers to the SS distribution and inspection center in Berlin. Like the I and II markings, it is a characteristic feature of the early period of SS dagger production and distribution.

  $ 6,495 fee: 22.5%
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  SA Service Dagger (Early type). [Edward Wusthof]. Rarity 5/10 (Lot: 1396)

  Officially adopted in 1933, this SA (Sturmabteilung) storm trooper dagger represents a characteristic example of Third Reich service edged weapons. The blade features the distinctive double-edged form and bears the legendary motto “Alles für Deutschland.” The grip is crafted from brown wood, adorned with the SA emblem and eagle, while the metal scabbard is finished in the same brown color.

  The early type SA/NSKK daggers were produced from 1933 to 1936 and are distinguished by characteristic construction features. The scabbard and grip fittings are made of nickel silver (neusilber); the quality of parts fitting and the anodized scabbard finish set these examples apart from later production runs. Early specimens are particularly valued by collectors due to their high manufacturing quality and historical significance as the first service daggers of the storm troopers.

  The blade was manufactured by Edward Wüsthof, a German firm from Solingen specializing in edged weapons production. The company was one of the authorized manufacturers of service daggers for the SA storm troopers and the National Socialist Motor Corps (NSKK) during the Third Reich period.

  Rarity category 5 out of 10 according to the Ralf Siegert classification.

  $ 1,735 fee: 22.5%

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