Germany, SA. A Model 1933 Service Dagger, by Friedrich Herder A.S. GTRexclude 18 mm x 39 mm

18 mm x 39 mm

the reverse with a similar central medallion with crossed swords and circumscribed “Für Treue Dienste” (For Loyal Service)

4th-5th Battalions

measuring 94 mm (w) x 38

machine embroidered into the shape of a traditional SS skull superimposed onto a set of crossed bones

Germany, SA. A Model 1933 Service Dagger, by Friedrich Herder A.S. GTRexclude 18 mm x 39 mm(Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch M33). A Sturmabteilung (SA) Model 1933 Service Dagger, measuring 37 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 22 cm long, nickel plated, magnetic steel blade with a sharpened tip and edges. Acid etched onto the obverse of the blade is an inscription of ALLES FR DEUTSCHLAND (EVERYTHING FOR GERMANY) in Fraktur script. The reverse ricasso is marked with a Reichszeugmeisterei (RZM) logo and maker code M7