Henkels Paul, Solingen

Henkels Paul, Solingen

Paul A. Henckels: A Rare Manufacturer from Solingen

The Paul A. Henckels, Stahlwarenfabrik, was founded in 1888 in Solingen. The company specialized in steel goods production and expanded during the Nazi era to edged weapons, particularly SA service daggers [M1933]. The location in Solingen underscores the region's tradition as a center for blade production in Germany. Reichsgau (SA): P, Wf.

The firm produced approximately 2,000 SA service daggers (Sturmabteilung), rated with a rarity of 4/5 as highly rare. These daggers bear the motto "Alles für Deutschland" and typically feature nickel-silver fittings. Other products include general steel goods.

The logo of Paul A. Henckels features the text „PAUL A. HENCKELS SOLINGEN“ in uppercase letters, white on a black background. It is a simple, text-based design that clearly and concisely represents the brand, typically etched on blades.

Today, the products of Paul A. Henckels are coveted collectibles that embody the historical development of the Solingen manufacturer history in the edged weapons industry. The limited production and focus on Nazi weapons make them an important example of the Nazi era, ideal for an encyclopedia on blank weapons manufacturers. We are interested in purchasing products from this manufacturer.