Bell Gebrüder, Solingen

Bell Gebrüder, Solingen

Bell Gebrüder: A Traditional Manufacturer from Solingen-Gräfrath

The Bell Gebrüder, Stahlwarenfabrik, was founded in 1876 in Solingen-Gräfrath. The company was established by Ernst, Arthur, and Paul Bell and specialized in steel goods production, expanding during the Nazi era to edged weapons, particularly SA service daggers. In 1935, it received the RZM code M7/94, assigned for the production of political daggers. The location in Solingen-Gräfrath underscores the region's tradition as a center for blade production in Germany.

The firm produced approximately 7,000 SA service daggers (Sturmabteilung), rated with a rarity of 3.5/5 as moderately rare. These daggers bear the motto "Alles für Deutschland" and typically feature nickel-silver fittings. Other products include NSKK daggers and Hitler Youth blank weapons.

The logo of Bell Gebrüder consists of a circular emblem with the text "GEBR. BELL" along the upper arc and "SOLINGEN GR." along the lower arc. In the center is a stylized monogram "G B", flanked by two stars. The logo is in dark gray on a transparent background, symbolizing tradition and quality, typically etched on blades.

Today, the products of Bell Gebrüder are coveted collectibles that embody the historical development of the Solingen manufacturer history in the edged weapons industry. The company represents the transition to military weapons during the Nazi era, making it an important chapter in the encyclopedia of Solingen manufacturers. We are interested in purchasing products from this manufacturer.