Herder H., Solingen

Herder H., Solingen

H. Herder: A Rare Manufacturer from Solingen

The H. Herder, Stahlwarenfabrik, was founded in 1806 in Solingen. The company specialized in steel goods production and expanded during the Nazi era to edged weapons, particularly SA service daggers [M1933]. In 1935, it received the RZM code M7/111, assigned for the production of political daggers. The location in Solingen underscores the region's tradition as a center for blade production in Germany. Reichsgau (SA): He, Nrh. The daggers have nickel-plated grips and detailed emblems with the engraving “Alles für Deutschland”. No further activity known after World War II. The company was authorized to manufacture uniform items for the NSDAP.

The firm produced approximately 7,000 SA service daggers (Sturmabteilung), rated with a rarity of 3/5 as moderately rare. These daggers bear the motto "Alles für Deutschland" and typically feature nickel-silver fittings. Other products include general steel goods.

The logo of H. Herder features a Pik (spade symbol), symbolizing the quality and tradition of the manufacturer, typically etched on blades.

Today, the products of H. Herder 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.