That is a very nice looking dagger, Vern!
These early black SA's also do pop up here in Europe now and then, so they must have existed during the period.
Unfortunately, we still do not have a solid explanation...
My personal believe is that SA-men, who got a transfer to the SS, found a quick and cheap way to adapt their dress dagger by painting/dying it black.
Best regards,
Herman
Last edited by Herman V. (aka Herr Mann); 11/30/2022 09:51 AM.
