NSKK Dagger (Early type) [Herbertz & Meurer, Solingen-Gr.]

The early type of SA/NSKK daggers was produced from 1933 to 1936 and is distinguished by characteristic design features. First and foremost, this includes the material used for the scabbard fittings and handle - nickel silver (German silver), as well as the quality of parts fitting and scabbard coating (anodizing). Early examples are particularly valued by collectors due to their manufacturing quality and historical significance as the first models of service daggers of the storm detachments.

Herbertz & Meurer Stahlwarenfabrik was founded in 1912 by Peter Herbertz and Otto Meurer. The firm entered the Solingen commercial register in 1914. An advertisement published in 1922 lists a broad product range, including tableware and various types of knives. In 1935, the company was located at Schulstraße 17, Solingen, and in the same year received its RZM license M7/52. By 1936, the business was owned by Richard Meurer. During the Third Reich period, Herbertz & Meurer manufactured HJ knives as well as SA and NSKK daggers. On July 19, 1951, the firm registered the “Pfiffikus” trademark. Today, the company is owned by Jürgen Meurer and operates from In der Freiheit 13, Solingen. It remains an active manufacturer, offering a wide range of knives for bakers, butchers, fishing, gastronomy, household use, as well as custom knife production.