NSKK Honor Dagger [Adolf Hühnlein] with Hanger by F. Dick Esslingen

The NSKK honour dagger with Hühnlein etch is among the especially sought-after variants within the early NSKK dagger field. Unlike regular SA service daggers, this grip form features the characteristic NSKK eagle in the center of the grip and omits the otherwise common SA/NSKK emblem. This already gives the piece a clearly distinct and collector-relevant appearance.

The early production period from 1933 to 1935 is reflected in high-quality materials, nickel / nickel silver fittings, deeply etched blade decoration and careful workmanship. The group mark “Sw” refers to the Südwest group and allows an organizational classification within the NSKK or early SA/NSKK context.

The reverse Hühnlein etch makes this example particularly notable. Daggers with such personalized or organizationally emphasized blade etching stand clearly apart from ordinary service daggers and occupy a distinct place in collecting. The maker F. Dick, Esslingen is also a noteworthy name outside the large Solingen mass producers.

The later 2-piece leather hanger present here is a subsequent addition, yet remains an interesting functional carrying accessory within the set. Overall, this is a characterful early NSKK honour dagger with a very distinctive collector profile.