Stöcker & Co. SMF, Solingen

Stöcker & Co. SMF, Solingen

Stöcker & Co. (SMF-Solinger Metallwaffenfabrik): A Rare Manufacturer from Solingen

The Stöcker & Co. (SMF-Solinger Metallwaffenfabrik), Stahlwarenfabrik, was founded in Solingen. The exact founding year is unknown. The company specialized in steel goods production and expanded during the Nazi era to edged weapons, particularly SA service daggers. In 1935, it received the RZM code M7/9, assigned for the production of political daggers. The location in Solingen underscores the region's tradition as a center for blade production in Germany.

The firm produced approximately 10,000 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 Stöcker & Co. (SMF-Solinger Metallwaffenfabrik) features a stylized figure of a king or warrior with a sword and crown, above the text "SMF" in large letters. Below is "SOLINGEN" in cursive font. The logo is in dark gray on a transparent background, symbolizing strength and tradition, typically etched on blades.

Today, the products of Stöcker & Co. (SMF-Solinger Metallwaffenfabrik) 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.