Early SA Dagger by Henckels – D1216
As collectors are aware , the edged weapon firm of J.A. Henckels is still manufacturing cutlery in German even today. Their beautiful quality and tradition go back a long time as you can see with the fine example of this early introductory Storm Troopers dagger which we are offering in this listing.
The grip to this SA is nothing short of a sheer beauty, and about as perfect as you would expect ever to find on one of these desirable daggers in this condition! Void of any chips, splits, flaking, gouges, pressure marks, it just doesn’t get any better. The medium brown color has such an eye appeal with is contrasted by the subtle dark grain running on both sides of this handle. Both emblems consisting of the nickel eagle and SA runic above it has been set with precision, being straight and flush to the surface of the wood. Like the scabbard fittings, the crossguards have taken on a muted surface appearance in some areas, whereas a cleaner look in others. This was due to how impurities in the atmosphere affected and settled upon these components creating this unique appearance. Both crossguard are smooth to the touch and hug the grip so tight it is void of even a fraction gap. And as a nice extra, the SA Gruppe stamp on the lower fitting is OST, which stood for the very northeast section of Germany. This territory fell into Russian control after the war, and certainly one of the reasons that SA daggers with this Gruppe are seen less than those with stamps bearing other districts. This is a rare and desirable feature in itself, on such a gorgeous SA.
The scabbard to this dagger is as nice as every other component. The shell remains straight, void of any hits, dings, bends, splits, or significant imperfection. The period applied chemical brown surface has held up fantastic on this sheath, even to the extent that the fragile protective lacquer still remains 99%! A couple surface tick here and there lets you know how the owner even while carrying this dagger during the infamous era, certainly cherished it no doubt. Seeing a scabbard in this condition on such an early SA is truly the exception as most collectors can attest to. As for the upper and lower fittings, you can once again see the unique appearance of how a heavy gold patina settled on the obverse surfaces, while the reverse sides were more protected from the elements. The same is true to the Assmann marked clip on the original hanger to this scabbard. Truly a stunning scabbard to this beautiful, edged weapon.
As for the blade, I have a one word description: MINT!
This is one such edged weapon that has everything going for it…………..and a whole lot more! SOLD