Malsch Karl Gustav & Sohn

Malsch Karl Gustav & Sohn

Malsch Karl Gustav & Sohn: A Rare Manufacturer from Steinbach, Thuringia

The Malsch Karl Gustav & Sohn, Stahlwarenfabrik, was founded in Steinbach, Thuringia. The exact founding year is not documented, but the company was active during the Nazi era and specialized in the production of edged weapons, particularly early SA service daggers. It did not receive an RZM code, limiting production to the early phase of NSDAP equipment. The location in Steinbach makes it one of the manufacturers in Thuringia that produced SA daggers.

The firm specialized in SA service daggers (Sturmabteilung), produced in an estimated quantity of about 1,000 pieces. These daggers are rated with a rarity of 4.5/5 as highly rare and valued by collectors, featuring the motto "Alles für Deutschland" and nickel-silver fittings. Other products include general steel goods.

The logo or trademark of Malsch Karl Gustav & Sohn typically consisted of the text "Karl Malsch Gust. Sohn Steinbach Kr. Mein," etched on the blade in a plain font. This simple trademark emphasized the manufacturer's functional orientation and made the products recognizable in the collector's scene.

Today, the products of Malsch Karl Gustav & Sohn are coveted collectibles that embody the historical development of the Thuringian edged weapons industry. The limited production and focus on early 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.