Germany, Sa. A Sturmabteilung (Sa) Dagger, By Tigerwerk Lauterjung & Co.

(Sturmabteilung Dolch). A Sturmabteilung (SA) Dagger by Tigerwerk Lauterjung & Co., Solingen. Measuring 375 mm in length with the scabbard on, while the blade of the dagger itself measures 220 mm and is constructed of nickel-silver plated metal, acid-engraved with "Alles für Deutschland" (“Everything for Germany”) on the obverse. The reverse presents plain with the exception of a maker’s mark of “Haco, Berlin”. The edges present in a semi-sharpened condition and the tip has been slightly blunted. The blade fits neatly through the upper crossguard, itself constructed of nickel-silver plating, which in turn sits flush with the wooden handle that shows only minimal shrinkage from age. Eight notches are neatly carved into the upper crossguard, evenly distributed between the top and bottom. The reverse of the crossguard bears a stamped letter “B”, indicating that the dagger was owned by a member of SA Gruppe Berlin-Brandenburg. The obverse of the wooden handle bears a metallic NSDAP “Parteiadler” (Party Eagle) emblem fitted within the wood, featuring an eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, measuring 25 mm (w) x 15 mm (w). On the same side, just above the lower cross guard, sits a metallic Sturmabteilung logo, comprised of stylized “SA” initials measuring 9 mm in diameter. Similar to the upper crossguard, the lower also features eight carved notches.

The dagger is held together by a nickel-silver pommel nut that sits tightly and securely in the lower crossguard. The scabbard measures 250 mm in length and is constructed of brown-painted magnetic metal, with nickel-silver plated metal fittings at the tip and throat. It features a functional spring mechanism securely holding the dagger in place during storage. A metal loop measuring 19 mm in diameter is attached to the upper fitting, allowing the dagger to be hung from a uniform. The fittings are each held securely in place with two (original) screws connecting to the main body of the scabbard. Running marks are evident to the blade, there is loosening of the handle, and the scabbard appears to have been repainted. The dagger is in an otherwise fine condition.