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Maker Marks identify the manufacturer of the blade. Distributor Marks identify the retail outlet which sold the edged weapon. Different combinations of marks can be seen, ranging from an unmarked blade to a blade with a Maker Mark and a Distributor Mark.
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Here you will find a very useful list of WW2 German Waffenamt markings, their respective codes & manufacturers. The Germans are famous for their detail in production, markings and over all quality. To maintain this quality, most items were marking with a waffenamt stamp.
The proof marks shown below will assist in determining nationality of manufacturers when no other markings are evident. Since the U.S. has no proofing houses (as in England, France, Germany and other European countries), most U.S. manufacturers voluntarily proof their firearms with a specifed style of proofmark (i.e. the interlocked ©WPa ...
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For collectors, historians and researchers alike, manufactures and maker marks for German blade and edged weapon producers prior to 1945 is a vast and incredible study. Solingen was blessed with abundant iron ore, charcoal, and water power, allowing it to emerge as the infamous "The City of Blades".
May 30, 2009 · WKC markings are not as straighforward as some makers, in my experience. The single knight's helm mark originally was registered to W.R. Kirschbaum & Cie. before the amalgamation with Weyersberg. So, the single helmet mark can date as early as 1862-1883.
Maker Marks. Prior to 1936, Third Reich edged weapon manufacturers proudly placed their logo (also known as a maker mark) on the reverse of their blades. In 1935, manufacturers reluctantly began to replace their logos with the codes assigned to them by the RZM Office.
Makers' Marks. Forger. Mark. Airaman. Impressed into the metal is the images of a panther paw crossed by two katars. Encircling the design are the words, "Son of Damaris". Barimor. Impressed into the metal is the image of two sinuous vipers entwined about a massive greatsword. Blazzon.
