Höller F. W., Solingen

Höller F. W., Solingen

F. W. Höller: A Rare Manufacturer from Solingen

The F. W. Höller (Fze), Waffenfabrik, was founded in 1866 in Solingen. The company specialized in producing blade weapons and cutlery and expanded during the Nazi era to edged weapons, particularly SA daggers, NSKK daggers, and SS daggers. In 1935, it received the RZM codes M7/33 and 1198/##/SS, 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, Wm.

The firm produced approximately 1,000 SA daggers (Sturmabteilung), rated with a rarity of 3.5/5 as moderately rare. These daggers bear the motto "Alles für Deutschland" on the blade and typically feature nickel-plated grips and detailed emblems, including transition models from 1936-1939 with manufacturer mark and RZM code. Other products include NSKK daggers and SS daggers. No further activity known after World War II.

The logo of F. W. Höller often shows the company name "F.W. Hoeller Solingen" on the blade, with a thermometer symbol as a central element, symbolizing precision and quality, typically etched on blades.

Today, the products of F. W. Höller 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.