NSKK Honor Dagger (Early Production) with Damascus Blade “PD” by Albert Dörschel Solingen
Maker
Dörschel Albert, Solingen
Model
1933-1935 [Early Version]
Inscription
Alles für Deutschland «Everything for Germany»
Blade
double-edged
Length
381 mm
Weight
505 g
Hanger
Leather Hanger
Condition
NEAR MINT
Note
«BO» Bavarian Eastern March
NSKK Honor Dagger (Early Production) with Damascus Blade “PD” by Albert Dörschel Solingen
Early SA/NSKK honour dagger from the production period 1933–1935, made by Albert Dörschel, Solingen. The lower crossguard carries the group stamp “BO” for Bayerische Ostmark. Fitted with a high-quality Damascus blade (rose-pattern Damascus) by P&D / Paul Dinger, Solingen.
Grip: Brown wooden grip in an early configuration. The national eagle and the enameled SA/NSKK emblem are neatly inset, period-correct crimped/clamped from the inside and without damage. Both crossguards are made of nickel / nickel silver. The lower crossguard is stamped on the reverse with the group marking “BO”.
Blade: Double-edged Damascus blade in very well-preserved condition. The front side bears the SA/NSKK motto “Alles für Deutschland”. The reverse shows the maker’s mark “Albert Dörschel Solingen”. The blade shoulders mate cleanly with the lower crossguard. The tang is marked “P&D” and the number “2”.
Scabbard: Steel scabbard with black-blued finish. The scabbard fittings are also made of nickel and are secured laterally with two screws each.
Hanger: Later, subsequently added 3-piece leather hanger. A functional spring clip / snap hook is present. The leather is marked “Assmann & DRGM” and “RZM M5/8”.
Historical Context: SA/NSKK Honour Dagger with Damascus Blade (Early Production 1933–1935)
The SA M33 service dagger, introduced in 1933, became a widely recognized traditional and representative edged weapon and also served as the design basis for related formations. In rare cases, higher-grade versions appear as honour daggers with premium blades, including genuine Damascus, which clearly exceeds standard mass production.
Early pieces (approx. 1933–1935) are typically characterized by the strongly etched motto “Alles für Deutschland”, period-correct grip and fitting variations, and group stamps on the lower crossguard. The marking “BO” is commonly attributed in collecting to Bayerische Ostmark.
In this example, the combination of the maker Albert Dörschel (Solingen) with a genuine rose-pattern Damascus blade by P&D / Paul Dinger is a standout feature. Such Damascus versions are significantly scarcer and are highly regarded for their craftsmanship and distinctive, decorative blade pattern.
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