Maker
Becker Gebrüder, Solingen
Model
1933-1935 [Early Version]
Inscription
Alles für Deutschland «Everything for Germany»
Blade
double-edged
Length
374 mm
Weight
440 g
Condition
EXC+
Note
«Mi» Mitte (Middle Elbe)
SA Presentation Service Dagger [Early Version] by Gebr. Becker Solingen
Early SA presentation service dagger of the Sturmabteilung (SA) from the period 1933–1935, with the Solingen maker on the blade: Gebrüder Becker, Solingen. The lower crossguard bears the group stamp “Mi” for Mitte (Mittelelbe). Both crossguards and the pommel nut are finished with an attractive floral decoration.
Grip: Brown wooden grip in the typical early configuration. Fitted are the national eagle in nickel-type finish and, above it, the enameled SA emblem, both period-correct and crimped/clamped from the inside. Both crossguards are made of nickel and feature floral decoration. The lower crossguard is hand-stamped on the reverse with “Mi” (Mitte / Mittelelbe).
Blade: Double-edged blade, free of rust and without nicks. The front shows the SA motto in a very dark, angular etch: “Alles für Deutschland”. The reverse bears the maker’s mark “Gebr. Becker Solingen”. The blade shoulders fit perfectly to the lower crossguard.
Scabbard: Steel scabbard with original finish (blued). Both scabbard fittings are made of nickel / nickel silver and are secured laterally with two screws each. The upper fitting features the suspension ring for the hanger.
Historical Context: Early SA Presentation Service Dagger 1933–1935 (Group “Mi” Mitte / Mittelelbe)
The SA service dagger was introduced in 1933 as a traditional and representative edged weapon of the Sturmabteilung (SA). Early production pieces (approx. 1933–1935) are often recognized by the strong, darkly etched motto “Alles für Deutschland” and by characteristic early construction details.
The group stamps on the lower crossguard served organizational allocation within the SA structure. The marking “Mi” is commonly attributed to the group Mitte (Mittelelbe). Presentation or special versions with decorative elements—such as the floral-decorated crossguards and pommel nut seen here— stand out among early SA daggers and are particularly sought-after by collectors.
Solingen makers such as Gebrüder Becker were among the recognized producers of these daggers. Well-preserved early examples with matching scabbard and crisp blade etching remain desirable collector’s pieces within the field of historic edged weapons.
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