An Early Sa Dagger By Richard Balke & S¡_Hne GTRexclude with RZM paper label still

with RZM paper label still attached on reverse

Bell was transferred to the 1st Battalion on September 15

where he was to remain before he was discharged on February 17

Overall in extremely fine condition

date marked "q" (1915) and engraved "G

An Early Sa Dagger By Richard Balke & S¡_Hne GTRexclude with RZM paper label stillAn Early SA Dagger by Richard Balke & Shne engraved "Alles fr Deutschland" on the blade, maker marked "Rich. Balke & Sohne Solingen" with the company's "B." over "R. & S." over "S." insignia in the centre on the ricasso. Nickel plated fittings on the crossguards, SA Group marked "Om" (Ostmark) on the reverse of the lower crossguard, exhibiting very light contact and wear. Mahogany coloured wooden handle with embedded aluminum eagle is near excellent