*German, WW2, SA Army Honour Dagger & Original Scabbard, M7/42 made by WKC, Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co from Solingen*
Approx measurements: 21.8cm blade, 34.3cm overall
Marked on the ricasso: RZM, M7/42
Marked on the obverse blade: Alles für Deutschland
In 1936, the Reichszeugmeisterie der NSDAP (RZM) organization began standardizing the production of SA daggers. They replaced commercial manufacturer markings with the RZM logo and codes to indicate the manufacturer. This SA dagger has the RZM logo and the code “M7/42” indicating manufacture by “WKC”, Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co from Solingen. The 22cm double edged blade is engraved with the phrase “Alles für Deutschland” (Everything for Germany) in gothic script. The dagger’s grip is made of wood with nickel fittings, including a nickel Nazi eagle and an enameled SA insignia. The scabbard is brown leather with nickel fittings and a belt ring.
The SA dagger served as the service dagger for the Sturmabteilung (SA), also known as the Brown Shirts. The SA was a paramilitary group formed under Adolf Hitler and Ernst Röhm’s authority in 1921. They were tasked with providing security at Nazi rallies and suppressing opposition paramilitary groups. The SA soldiers were notorious for using violence to intimidate civilians. The SA dagger was commissioned by Hitler in 1933 and designed by Professor Woenne, who based it on a dagger displayed in the Munich City Museum.
M7/42 represents Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Co., a renowned manufacturer of military swords and cutlery located in Solingen, Germany. Solingen has been celebrated since medieval times for its expertise in metalworking and sword craftsmanship. The tradition of sword manufacturing at WKC traces back to 1774 when Weyersberg initially registered the “Kings head” as their trademark. In 1883, the company merged with the Kirschbaum family, forming the entity known today as WKC.
*Condition*
The dagger is in great overall condition. There are some scuff marks to the handle. The double edged blade is sharp. The scabbard fits firmly and shows some minor signs of wear and tear to the leather. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
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