Early SA Dagger by Haenel with a unique blade

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Love when you see these lighter toned Suhl grips. Nice! An Early Model 1933 SA Dagger (Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch) by Haenel of Suhl. The blade on this one looks excellent. The acid etched "Alles für Deutschland" motto and "Haenel C.G. Suhl Waffen - u. Fahrrad-Fabrik" maker mark are both dark, crisp and beautifully executed! The crossgrain is no existent. Wait. What? What do you mean? This blade has been factory "swirled", that is a maching process there the blade has a pattern added mechanically with some rubs. It's really hard to pick up with my camera but it's there. I've seen a few blades with similar patterns but always thought it was from someone messing with it. After some discussion with a dear friend I'm convinced this was factory done. A bit of evidence, the etch is perfect indicating the pattern was added before the etch, there are runner marks over the pattern and finally the blade is clean as can be. Why would any one even mess with a perfect blade? Regardless, not conviced, go to the next listing. If you like new and interesting variants this might be for you! The tip comes to a perfect point and the fit remains nice and tight! This blade rates a solid NM. The dent-free scabbard is steel based and deep red anodized finish. Really nice to see this rare burgundy color with 98% of the lacquer remaining. The solid nickel-silver scabbard fittings match the crossguards quite well. The ball has been crushed and is split. All four scabbard screws remain tightly intact. The scabbard / crossguard fit is near perfect and closes with a snap! The reverse of the lower crossguard is marked "Sa" (Sachsen). The light toned and grained hardwood grip looks wonderful! It has the cnormal pressure marks. No flakes or chips! The solid nickel eagle retains beautiful details and has a perfect fit. The SA roundel has a perfect fit and retains 96%+ of its enamel. A nice piece!