Reinhard Weyersberg ~ German SA Dagger ~ Pre 1936 ~ RARE
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REINH. WEYERSBERG ~ SA DAGGER ~ RARE
This is a "REINH. WEYERSBERG" German Third Reich-era dagger manufactured by Reinhard Weyersberg, a rare maker from Solingen.
The company, which produced edged weapons for Nazi organizations like the Sturmabteilung (SA), was known for its quality craftsmanship. The "Wm" stamp on the crossguard is a pre-1936 Sturmabteilung (SA) dagger issued to a member in the Westmark region. Daggers made by this company before 1935 typically bear their distinctive logo on the blade. Later, this was replaced with an RZM code. Early Model: An early SA dagger is identifiable by features such as its nickel-silver fittings and the manufacturer's logo on the blade, as opposed to a later RZM code. Motto: The blade of an SA dagger is etched with the Nazi motto, "Alles für Deutschland" ("Everything for Germany"). Features: It has a brown wooden grip with an inlaid enameled SA roundel and a nickel-silver eagle, a brown-finished scabbard, and nickel-silver scabbard fittings. Comes with leather hanger.- Company name: Reinhard Weyersberg, Stahlwarenfabrik.
- Location: Solingen, a city with a long history of blade manufacturing in Germany.
- Period of operation: Founded in 1889, the company produced edged weapons during the Nazi era, from the 1930s until 1938.
- Maker's mark: The mark on this dagger features the "REINH. WEYERSBERG, SOLINGEN" text encircling a distinct "RW" monogram.
- RZM code: Reinhard Weyersberg was assigned the RZM code M7/24 in 1935, which was used on later-period daggers to signify it was an approved Nazi manufacturer.
- Rarity: Reinh. Weyersberg is considered one of the rarest makers of SA daggers, often rated as a 10 on the McSaar rarity list, making them highly sought after by collectors.
- Maker Mark: Daggers from this maker typically feature a unique "RW" logo.
- Production: They produced early Model 1933 SA Dienst-dolch (service daggers).
- Characteristics: These daggers are known for high-quality blades, etched motto "Alles für Deutschland".
- RZM License: Reinh. Weyersberg received an RZM license (RZM M7/24).
- Very rare find
- Condition is near mint , Grip shows little wear, but has a very nice inlaid eagle insignia. Scabbard has a tight fit as it should and has clean fittings and screws. Some patina on blade consistent with age. Leather hanger is worn and is only fair condition.
- Examine all photos for condition
- This item requires adult signature at time of delivery
NKCA Grading system
MINT: A factory fresh knife, absolutely original as it came from the manufacturer, not carried or sharpened, a perfect knife.
NEAR MINT: A new knife that has seen sometimes, show some slight carry or shop wear, blades snap perfectly, handles show no cracks.
EXCELLENT: Shows no more than 10% blade wear, handles are sound, no cracks, blades snap good.
VERY GOOD: About 25% blade wear, slight cracks in handles, may have one lazy blade, stamping clearly visible to the naked eye, no blades changed or repaired.
FAIR: 50% blade wear, blades lazy, cracks and chips in handles, handles replaced with same type, blades repaired, stampings faint but readable with a glass.
POOR: Blades very worn, handles bad or missing, blades have been replaced with the same type, reading of the stamp is almost impossible, even with a glass, good mostly only for parts.
