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Formed in 1921, the Sturmabteilung (SA) or "Brown Shirts", functioned as the original paramilitary wing of the Nazi Party (NSDAP). Comprised mostly out of WWI veterans and Freikorps (German volunteer military or paramilitary units), the SA's main function was to provide protection at Nazi rallies and assemblies. The SA played a critical role in Hitler's rise to power. The organization was co-founded by Adolf Hitler and Ernst Rohm, and was later put under Rohm's leadership. In 1934, Hitler's ordered the "Blood purge" / the dis-empowering of the SA which later became known as the "Night of the Long Knives". Like most NSDAP branches, the SA wore paramilitary dress and dagger.

The SA dagger was originally produced in vast quantities by 123 different cottage makers. Initially these daggers were made with the highest quality, being produced out of hand-fitted nickel fittings, hardwood grips and brown anodized or "blued" scabbards. The blades were etched, "Alles für Deutschland", or "All for Germany". Pre-1935 SA daggers were stamped with the SA group stamp to the reverse of the lower crossguard. Later examples were RZM marked and used less expensive plated zinc-based fittings with painted scabbards.

Given the size of the SA we do occasionally see other rarer daggers carried by this branch of service including the SA and NSKK High Leader dagger, the Feldherrnhalle along with some very special presentation pieces.

On May 19, 1936, NSKK-Korpsführer Adolf Hühnlein ordered all NSKK dagger scabbards to be black painted or factory-anodized to differentiate from the SA. Some members chose to paint their scabbard black (homemade), while others purchased new scabbards in the authorized color. Shortly after factory made NSKK daggers with issued with the correct black painted scabbards. The M36 NSKK Chained Leaders Daggers were for the rank of NSKK-Sturmführer and above.

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Early Daggers

RARE - Early SA Dagger by Eduard Vitting

RARE - Early SA Dagger by Eduard Vitting


RARE - Model 1933 Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch by Eduard Vitting of Solingen. McSaar rates this one a 10 out of 10 for rarity, Fisher estimates Vitting made 2,000 pieces in the period. The blade on this one looks great. The acid etched “Alles für Deutschland” motto and two men dueling with scimitars surrounded by “Eduard Vitting Solingen” maker mark both look great. The crossgrain ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SA-37766
Rating:    Exc++
Price:    $1,499.95 USD
Early F. Herder NSKK Dagger

Early F. Herder NSKK Dagger


An Early Model 1933 NSKK Dagger (Nationalsozialistisches Kraftfahrkorps Dienstdolch) by F.Herder A.S. of Solingen. A decent piece here by a desirable maker. The blade on this one suffers some spotting I have not tried to clean. The blade also has a solid fit to the hilt, with no gaps or wiggle. The blade rates an Exc. with some crossgrain ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SA-36801
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $1,099.95 USD
Early Personalized August Bickel SA Dagger

Early Personalized August Bickel SA Dagger


A Model 1933 SA Dagger (Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch) by August Bickel of Steinbeck-Hallenberg. The blade on this one is a bit tired with age gray and stain. The acid etched "Alles fur Deutschland" motto and "AB August Bickel of Steinbach/Hallenberg" maker mark are clearly executed! The fit remains nice and tight. The blade rates an Exc+. The brown anodized scabbard body ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SA-34264
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $999.95 USD

Transitional Daggers

Transitional SA Dagger by Wagner

Transitional SA Dagger by Wagner


This is a model 1933 Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch by RZM M7/25 (Wilhelm Wagner Solingen-Merscheid). A rare transitional example, I've not seen in a very long time! The blade on this one has age gray and evidence it's been cleaned. The acid etched maker mark it nice and clear! The tip comes to a perfect point and the fit is nice and tight. ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SA-33356
Rating:    Exc/Exc+
Price:    $899.95 USD

RZM Daggers

NSKK Dagger by RZM M7/81/39

NSKK Dagger by RZM M7/81/39


A Model 1933 Nationalsozialistisches Kraftfahrkorps Dienstdolchby RZM M7/81/39– Karl Tiegel of Riemberg 1939. The blade on this one looks ok. The acid etched “Alles für Deutschland” motto and “RZM M7/81/39” maker mark both look good. The fit is nice and tight and the tip comes to a sharp point. The blade rates an Exc. It has been sharpened leaving obvious scratches, ... Read and See More
Item Number:    SA-37748
Rating:    Exc+
Price:    $649.95 USD
SA/SS Dagger Wrench

SA/SS Dagger Wrench


The perfect piece when the job calls for it! We created here a precise wrench for taking apart SA and SS Daggers. I’ve seen people damage pommel nuts using the wrong tool for the job and I’ve even heard of people grinding down wrenches to make the perfect fit. Well you won’t need to do that anymore! ... Read and See More
Item Number:    Part-11317
Rating:    Mint
Price:    $34.95 USD