Early SA Dagger by Julius Ohliger

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A Rare Early Model 1933 Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch by Julius Ohliger of Solingen. This one rates 9 out of 10 for rarity on McSaar's SA rarity ratting and truly I believe it’s rarer than that as this is the second one I’ve ever owned! The blade on this one is gorgeous! The acid etched “Alles für Deutschland” motto and “Julius Ohliger Solingen” maker mark are both dark, crisp and beautifully executed! The crossgrain is easily visible all the way from the hilt to the tip. The fit remains nice and tight and the tip comes to a perfect point. This blade rates a solid NM. It has the slightest spotting and the commonly seen surface scratches/runner marks throughout. The steel based brown anodized scabbard looks good. It has three pressure marks to the obverse. The solid nickel scabbard fittings look great. A few surface scratches. The ball has been flattened a bit but not too bad. All four scabbard screws remain tightly intact. The scabbard / crossguard fit is perfect and closes with a snap! The reverse of the lower crossguard is marked “HO” Hochland (correctly stamped to the far right). The dark brown crack & chip-free hardwood grip looks good. Just common pressure marks throughout. The grip to crossguard fits are good, just the way you want to see them! The solid nickel eagle retains beautiful details and has a perfect fit. The SA roundel has a perfect fit and retains 95%+ of its enamel. A quality rare example with a wonderful blade!