Original SS Chained Dagger Model 1936 (M1936) with chain hanger, preserved in found condition.
According to Ralf Siegert, the chain corresponds to Type B2, and according to Thomas T. Wittmann it is classified as Type II.
An authentic example of SS edged-weapon production with the characteristic chain assembly of this variant.
Grip: Grip made of black ebony wood with inset SS runes and national eagle, both original and internally clamped.
The eagle is made from aluminum. Overall a correct and coherent early-style configuration.
Blade: Double-edged blade with the deeply etched SS motto “Meine Ehre heißt Treue” on the front.
The reverse is plain and unmarked, which is in line with the regulations for this specific chained dagger type.
The dagger is offered in found condition and therefore shows corresponding age-related traces.
Scabbard:Steel scabbard with a blued finish.
Straight and matching the chain variant. Found condition with authentic surface wear.
Chain hanger (Type B2 / Type II): Chain made of iron and magnetic – a key characteristic of the Type B2 variant.
The Wotan’s knot is executed with closed loops.
At the nostril opening of the skull link, there is no nasal divider present.
This chain shows no darkened background behind the symbol links (unlike Type B1).
The SS stamp on the reverse of the SS symbol link is clearly visible and machine-applied.
Classification: Siegert Type B2 / Wittmann Type II.
Historical Background: SS Chained Dagger M1936 & Chain Variants
The SS Chained Dagger Model 1936 is one of the most distinctive SS edged weapons and differs from the standard SS dagger
primarily through its characteristic chain hanger with symbolic links. This version was intended mainly for wear with the uniform
and is considerably more complex in manufacture than regular dagger variants.
Collectors commonly classify SS chains by reference literature.
In the system used by Ralf Siegert, this chain is known as Type B2, while Thomas T. Wittmann lists the same construction as Type II.
Typical traits include the magnetic iron construction, a Wotan’s knot with closed loops, and the absence of
background darkening behind the symbol links.
Fine details of the skull link are also important identification features, such as the missing nasal divider.
The clearly visible, machine-applied SS stamp on the reverse of the symbol link is another key marker.
Examples preserved in found condition document an unaltered, authentic state and are often highly appreciated by advanced collectors.
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