10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

QUARTERLY REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15(d) OF

THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2013

Commission File Number: 000-5465

STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	13-3727655
(State of Incorporation)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
590 Madison Avenue, 32nd Floor
New York, New York	10022
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip Code)

(212) 520-2300

(Registrant’s telephone number)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

Yes þ No o

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).

Yes þ No o

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12-b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer o	Accelerated filer o	Non-accelerated filer þ	Smaller reporting company o
		(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes o No þ

The number of shares outstanding of the Registrant’s common units as of November 4, 2013was29,575,745.

STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I — FINANCIAL INFORMATION		Page
Item 1.	Financial Statements (unaudited)
	Consolidated Balance Sheets as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012	2
	Consolidated Statements of Operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012	3
	Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012	5
	Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012	6
	Consolidated Statement of Changes in Capital for the nine months ended September 30, 2013	8
	Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements	9
Item 2.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	49
Item 4.	Controls and Procedures	62
PART II — OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.	Legal Proceedings	62
Item 2.	Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds	62
Item 6.	Exhibits	63
SIGNATURES		64

PART I - FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Item 1. Financial Statements

STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands, except common units)

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
ASSETS	(unaudited)
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	241,322	$	198,027
Restricted cash	25,882		28,180
Marketable securities	169,495		199,128
Trade and other receivables (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,422 in 2013 and $2,004 in 2012)	114,259		84,014
Receivables from related parties	121		145
Loans receivable, net	17,715		51,899
Inventories, net	68,863		48,823
Deferred income taxes	23,539		24,029
Prepaid and other current assets	19,269		13,780
Assets of discontinued operations	4,467		45,850
Total current assets	684,932		693,875
Long-term loans receivable, net	33,416		16,216
Goodwill	83,356		63,622
Other intangibles, net	131,223		125,912
Deferred income taxes	63,202		77,101
Other non-current assets	42,108		24,186
Property, plant and equipment, net	178,505		177,582
Long-term investments	236,633		199,865
Total Assets	$	1,453,375	$	1,378,359

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands, except common units)

(continued)

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL	(unaudited)
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$	43,870	$	33,984
Accrued liabilities	44,021		45,405
Financial instruments	24,632		24,742
Deposits	46,421		43,744
Payable to related parties	2,290		2,716
Short-term debt	855		1,124
Current portion of long-term debt	22,037		13,025
Deferred income taxes	536		1,022
Other current liabilities	3,962		4,629
Liabilities of discontinued operations	490		9,160
Total current liabilities	189,114		179,551
Long-term deposits	29,738		34,865
Long-term debt	214,062		140,065
Accrued pension liability	206,489		217,141
Deferred income taxes	5,444		5,736
Other liabilities	21,325		24,254
Total Liabilities	666,172		601,612
Commitments and Contingencies
Capital:
Partners’ capital common units: 29,655,138 and 30,786,100 issued and outstanding (after deducting 5,285,333 and 4,154,371 held in treasury, at cost of $77,639 and $63,181) at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.	534,228		545,206
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	12,170		(17,862		)
Total Partners’ Capital	546,398		527,344
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	240,805		249,403
Total Capital	787,203		776,747
Total Liabilities and Capital	$	1,453,375	$	1,378,359

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Consolidated Statements of Operations

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except common unit and per common unit data)

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012 (a)
Revenue
Diversified industrial net sales	$	171,874		$	144,629		$	502,915		$	453,445
Energy net sales	31,844			34,293			87,571			65,919
Financial services revenue	7,162			5,384			20,742			13,519
Investment and other income	119			8			548			133
Net investment (losses) gains	(262		)	(609		)	1,519			15,661
Total revenue	210,737			183,705			613,295			548,677
Costs and expenses
Cost of goods sold	145,106			124,463			420,598			361,958
Selling, general and administrative expenses	55,142			44,874			156,840			128,472
Impairment charges	1,010			1,410			2,520			1,410
Finance interest expense	164			236			524			948
Recovery of loan losses	(5		)	(78		)	(35		)	(322		)
Interest expense	1,428			3,100			4,744			10,104
Realized and unrealized loss (gain) on derivatives	351			1,134			(702		)	(407		)
Deferred fee liability to related party-increase	—			—			—			11,448
Other income	(1,770		)	(303		)	(1,209		)	(1,257		)
Total costs and expenses	201,426			174,836			583,280			512,354
Income from continuing operations before income taxes and equity method income (loss)	9,311			8,869			30,015			36,323
Income tax provision	7,363			2,246			16,077			14,366
(Loss) Income from equity method investments and investments held at fair value:
(Loss) Income of associated companies, net of taxes	(15,454		)	(3,235		)	(12,441		)	25,384
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	900			586			742			(8,424		)
(Loss) Income from investments held at fair value	(124		)	3,887			(4,665		)	12,865
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(12,730		)	7,861			(2,426		)	51,782
Discontinued operations:
Income (Loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes	285			1,208			(715		)	3,347
Gain on sale of discontinued operations, net of taxes	1,863			—			6,294			2,585
Income from discontinued operations	2,148			1,208			5,579			5,932
Net (loss) income	(10,582		)	9,069			3,153			57,714
Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities:
Continuing operations	(3,747		)	(5,074		)	(11,627		)	(12,878		)
Discontinued operations	(1,117		)	(508		)	(2,825		)	(2,798		)
	(4,864		)	(5,582		)	(14,452		)	(15,676		)
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(15,446	)	$	3,487		$	(11,299	)	$	42,038
Net (loss) income per common unit - basic
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Net (loss) income per common unit - diluted
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Weighted average number of common units outstanding - basic	29,663,204			31,814,312			30,015,739			29,402,343
Weighted average number of common units outstanding - diluted	29,663,204			31,841,487			30,015,739			29,429,518

(a) Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)

(unaudited)

(in thousands)

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Net (loss) income	$	(10,582	)	$	9,069		$	3,153		$	57,714
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax:
Unrealized (loss) gain on available for sale securities, net of tax (a)	(773		)	19,499			35,348			13,275
Currency translation adjustment	(2,262		)	901			(2,982		)	(895		)
Change in post-retirement benefit obligation, net of tax (b)	—			—			869			—
Other comprehensive (loss) income	(3,035		)	20,400			33,235			12,380
Comprehensive (loss) income	(13,617		)	29,469			36,388			70,094
Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interests	(4,403		)	(7,407		)	(17,656		)	(12,739		)
Comprehensive (loss) income attributable to common unit holders	$	(18,020	)	$	22,062		$	18,732		$	57,355

(a) Includes a net tax benefit of $664 and a tax provision of $2,049 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and includes a net tax provision of $262 and a net tax benefit of $3,843 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

(b) Includes a net tax provision of $580 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(unaudited)

(in thousands)

	Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$	3,153		$	57,714
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Net investment gains	(1,519		)	(15,661		)
Recovery of loan losses	(35		)	(322		)
Loss (Income) of associated companies	12,441			(25,384		)
(Income) Loss from other investments - related party	(742		)	8,424
Loss (Income) from investments held at fair value	4,665			(12,865		)
Gain on sale of discontinued operations	(6,294		)	(2,585		)
Deferred income taxes	13,279			9,434
Non-cash interest and dividend income	457			—
Depreciation and amortization	26,343			20,192
Loss on early retirement of debt	1,782			—
Amortization of debt related costs	645			1,178
Reclassification of net cash settlements on derivative instruments	(1,159		)	133
Stock based compensation	20,547			5,374
Impairment charges	2,520			1,410
Other	(1,866		)	(373		)
Net change in operating assets and liabilities:
Receivables	(17,298		)	(16,221		)
Receivables from related parties	140			238
Inventories	(1,851		)	(2,671		)
Prepaid and other assets	(1,608		)	(3,076		)
Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities	(16,174		)	(8,870		)
Payable to related parties	(417		)	(4,335		)
Increase in deferred fee liability to related party	—			11,448
Net increase in loans held for sale	34,689			(1,332		)
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities of discontinued operations	(5,591		)	6,512
Net cash provided by operating activities	66,107			28,362
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of investments	(213,026		)	(164,550		)
Proceeds from sales of investments	94,224			211,125
Maturities of marketable securities	134,958			—
Net increase in loans and other receivables	(17,770		)	937
Purchases of property and equipment	(17,054		)	(25,305		)
Reclassification of restricted cash	(1,068		)	(997		)
Net cash settlements on derivative instruments	1,159			(133		)
Proceeds from sale of assets	775			5,889
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	(60,664		)	45,848
Purchase of subsidiary shares from noncontrolling interests	(869		)	(4,616		)
Investments in associated companies	(36,329		)	(16,567		)
Proceeds from sales of discontinued operations	45,572			22,194
Net cash used in investing activities of discontinued operations	(102		)	(566		)
Other	617			994
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(69,577		)	74,253

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (continued)

(unaudited)

(in thousands)

	Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from term loans	80,000			1,838
Repurchases of Subordinated Notes	(11,323		)	(5,279		)
Net revolver borrowings (repayments)	38,800			(4,728		)
Net (repayments) borrowings of term loans – foreign	(1,834		)	1,811
Repayments of term loans – domestic	(24,735		)	(6,778		)
Return of capital paid to noncontrolling interest holders	—			(10,316		)
Subsidiary repurchases of common stock	(33,790		)	—
Deferred finance charges	(1,887		)	—
Net change in overdrafts	4,933			2,322
Net decrease in deposits	(2,481		)	(19,863		)
Other	(702		)	(3,279		)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	46,981			(44,272		)
Net change for the period	43,511			58,343
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	(216		)	119
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	198,027			127,027
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	$	241,322		$	185,489
Cash paid during the period for:
Interest	$	9,182		$	10,588
Taxes	$	13,891		$	5,748
Non-cash investing activities:
Reclassification of investment in associated company to cost of an acquisition	$	—		$	137,532
Net decrease (increase) in restricted cash from purchase of foreign currency financial instruments	$	110		$	(260	)
Non-cash financing activities:
Obligation to repurchase Subordinated Notes	$	—		$	(913	)

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Consolidated Statement of Changes in Capital

(unaudited)

(in thousands, except common unit data)

	Common	Accumulated Other Comprehensive			Treasury Units					Partners’						Non-controlling			Total
	Units	Income (Loss)			Units		Dollars			Capital			Total			Interests			Capital
Balance at December 31, 2012	34,940,471	$	(17,862	)	(4,154,371	)	$	(63,181	)	$	545,206		$	527,344		249,403			$	776,747
Net (loss) income										(11,299		)	(11,299		)	14,452			3,153
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale investments		31,178											31,178			4,170			35,348
Currency translation adjustment		(1,614		)									(1,614		)	(1,368		)	(2,982		)
Changes in post-retirement benefit obligations		468											468			401			869
Acquisition by subsidiary													—			2,896			2,896
Equity compensation										17,928			17,928			2,734			20,662
Subsidiary's purchases of the Company's Common Units					(1,130,962	)	(14,458		)	(14,458		)	(14,458		)	—			(14,458		)
Subsidiary share purchases										(1,992		)	(1,992		)	(31,798		)	(33,790		)
SPLP purchases of subsidiary shares										(786		)	(786		)	(83		)	(869		)
Other, net										(371		)	(371		)	(2		)	(373		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	34,940,471	$	12,170		(5,285,333	)	$	(77,639	)	$	534,228		$	546,398		$	240,805		$	787,203

See accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

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STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

1. NATURE OF THE BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION

Nature of the Business

Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (“SPLP” or the “Company”) is a global diversified holding company that engages in multiple businesses through consolidated subsidiaries, associated companies and other interests which represent significant equity interests in these companies. The Company seeks to work with its businesses to increase corporate value over the long term for all stakeholders and shareholders by implementing Steel Partners Operational Excellence programs, the Steel Partners Purchasing Council, Steel Partners Corporate Services, balance sheet improvements, capital allocation policies and growth initiatives. Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc. (“SPH GP”), a Delaware corporation, is the general partner of SPLP and is wholly owned by SPLP.

Basis of Presentation

Certain prior period amounts in the consolidated financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the comparable 2013 presentation. In addition, the nine months ended September 30, 2012, now includes a benefit for income taxes of $5,510, previously reflected in the fourth quarter of 2012, as a result of a measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. ("SWH"). The measurement period adjustment is reflected in Note 22 - "Quarterly Financial Data."

The consolidated financial statements include the consolidated financial results of SPLP, and its subsidiaries WebFinancial Holding Corporation (“WebFinancial” or "WebBank"), Handy & Harman Ltd ("HNH"), BNS Holding, Inc. ("BNS"), the BNS Liquidating Trust, ("BNS Liquidating Trust"), DGT Holdings Corp. ("DGT"), Steel Excel Inc. ("Steel Excel") and SPH Services, Inc. ("SPH Services"). Acquired companies are presented from their dates of acquisition (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions" for information on acquisition activity). DGT’s financial statements are recorded on a two-month lag, and as a result the balance sheet and statement of operations as of and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 includes DGT’s activity for its three and nine months ended July 27, 2013.

DGT completed the sale of its RFI subsidiary's ("RFI") Power Conversion assets and operations in the fourth quarter of 2012 and the sale of its Villa subsidiary ("Villa") in the first quarter of 2012. Also, in January 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the assets and existing operations of its Continental Industries ("Continental") business unit, a wholly owned subsidiary of Handy & Harman ("H&H") and in June 2013 HNH divested Canfield Metal Coating Corporation ("CMCC") and discontinued the operations of Indiana Tube de México, S. De R.L. de C.V. ("ITM"). The results and operations of RFI, Villa and HNH's discontinued operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 are presented as discontinued operations in SPLP's consolidated financial statements, through their respective sale dates, (see Note 3 - "Discontinued Operations").

The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements, in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) rules for interim periods, do not contain all of the footnotes or other financial information that is required in annual financial statements by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP") and should be read in conjunction with the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012.

In the opinion of the Company, the interim financial statements reflect all normal and recurring adjustments necessary to present fairly the consolidated financial position and the results of operations and changes in cash flows for the interim periods.  The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.  The results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 are not necessarily indicative of the operating results for the full year.

New Accounting Pronouncements

There have been no new accounting pronouncements issued but not yet adopted by the Company that are expected to have a material impact on the Company's financial statements.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

2. ACQUISITIONS

2013 Acquisitions

Wolverine Joining Technologies, LLC

On April 16, 2013, HNH and its indirect subsidiary, Lucas-Milhaupt Warwick LLC (collectively, the "Buyer"), entered into an asset purchase agreement ("Purchase Agreement") with Wolverine Tube, Inc. ("Wolverine") and its subsidiary, Wolverine Joining Technologies, LLC ("Wolverine Joining" and, together with Wolverine, "Seller"), pursuant to which the Buyer agreed to purchase substantially all of the assets of the Seller used in the business of Wolverine Joining, consisting of assets used for the development, manufacturing and sale of brazing, flux and soldering products and the alloys for electrical, catalyst and other industrial specialties, other than certain leased real property, and to assume certain liabilities related to such business. By acquiring Wolverine Joining, HNH increased its capacity to produce brazing filler metals and fluxes, and broadened its platform for continued global expansion. The purchase price for the acquisition was approximately $59,700, reflecting a final working capital adjustment and certain other reductions totaling approximately $300 as provided in the Purchase Agreement. The closing of this transaction occurred on April 26, 2013. Funding of the purchase price for the acquisition was from cash on hand and borrowings under HNH's senior secured credit facility, which was amended in connection with the acquisition as discussed in Note 13 - "Debt and Capital Lease Obligations." Substantially all of the assets of Wolverine Joining have been pledged to guarantee borrowings under the senior secured credit facility.

In connection with the acquisition of Wolverine Joining, HNH currently expects to incur employee termination charges totaling approximately $400 associated with HNH's integration activities. The majority of the costs have been recorded and paid as of September 30, 2013, and are reflected in selling, general and administrative expenses.

The following table summarizes the amounts of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed recognized at the acquisition date on a preliminary basis (in thousands):

Trade and other receivables	$	9,491
Inventories	17,864
Prepaid and other current assets	90
Property, plant and equipment	6,096
Goodwill	14,111
Other intangibles	13,657
Total assets acquired	61,309
Trade payables	(1,167		)
Accrued liabilities	(395		)
Net assets acquired	$	59,747

The preliminary purchase price allocation is subject to finalization of valuations of certain acquired assets. The goodwill of $14,111 arising from the acquisition consists largely of the synergies expected from combining the operations of the Buyer and Seller. All of the goodwill is assigned to SPLP's Diversified Industrial segment and is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Other intangibles consist primarily of acquired trade names of $4,600 and customer relationships of $9,000. The intangible assets have been assigned 20-year useful lives based on the long operating history, broad market recognition and continued demand for the associated brands, and the limited turnover and long-standing relationships Wolverine Joining has with its existing customer base. The valuation of acquired trade names was performed utilizing a relief from royalty method, and significant assumptions used in the valuation include the royalty rate assumed and the expected level of future sales. The acquired customer relationships were valued using an excess earnings approach, and significant assumptions used in the valuation include the customer attrition rate assumed and the expected level of future sales.

The amount of net sales and operating income of the acquired business included in the consolidated income statement for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 was approximately $30,700 and $1,000, respectively, including $2,000 of intercompany sales which were eliminated in consolidation. The results of operations of the acquired business are reported as a product line within the Company's Diversified Industrial segment.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Steel Excel - Sports Acquisitions

During the first nine months of 2013, Steel Excel's sports business made two acquisitions totaling $3,250 that were not material to SPLP's operations. Steel Excel has determined that one of these acquisitions is a variable interest entity and that Steel Excel is the primary beneficiary. Accordingly, Steel Excel accounts for its acquisition of its 30% membership interest as a business combination and has consolidated this company in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 805. 

2012 Acquisitions

Steel Excel

On May 31, 2012 (the "Acquisition Date"), Steel Excel acquired all of the capital stock of SWH, Inc. ("SWH"), a wholly owned subsidiary of BNS and the parent company of Sun Well Services, Inc. ("Sun Well"), for an acquisition price of  $68,747. The acquisition price was paid through a combination of 2,027,500 shares of common stock of Steel Excel, and $7,922 in cash. The $68,747 exceeded the carrying value of Sun Well by $26,237.  Pursuant to ASC 810-10-45-23 this was deemed a transaction between entities under common control, and accordingly the excess of fair value received over the carrying value of Sun Well of $26,237 was credited to Capital. Also, Sun Well's assets and liabilities were maintained at their historical basis in the consolidated financial statements.

As a result of the transaction, Steel Excel became a majority-owned controlled subsidiary and is consolidated with SPLP from that date. Prior to obtaining a controlling interest on the Acquisition Date, SPLP owned 4,584,399 shares of Steel Excel (42.0% of the outstanding shares) and its investment was accounted for under the equity method at fair value. The additional shares of Steel Excel acquired on the Acquisition Date brought the total number of shares owned by SPLP to 6,611,899, representing 51.1% of the outstanding shares of Steel Excel.

The Company's previously held equity interest and the noncontrolling interest in Steel Excel were valued at $30 per share, which is the fair value of Steel Excel shares specified in the Share Acquisition Agreement.

The acquisition-date fair value of the Company's equity interest in Steel Excel was $137,532 prior to the 2,027,500 shares acquired on the Acquisition Date.

The following table summarizes the consideration paid for the controlling interest in Steel Excel:

	Consideration Paid
Acquisition-date fair value of previously held equity interest	$	137,532
Fair value of SWH transferred to Steel Excel	68,747
Less: cash received from Steel Excel for SWH	(7,922		)
Total	$	198,357

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

The following table summarizes the fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the Acquisition Date and the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Steel Excel on the Acquisition Date:

	Amount
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	41,963
Marketable securities	217,526
Accounts receivable	23,435
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	3,129
Property, plant and equipment	74,880
Goodwill	48,468
Identifiable intangible assets	22,793
Other assets	4,088
Total assets acquired	$	436,282
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	$	10,842
Debt	17,968
Other long-term liabilities	19,517
Total liabilities assumed	48,327
Fair value of non-controlling interests	189,598
Net assets acquired	$	198,357

The goodwill of $48,468 arising from the acquisition consists largely of the synergies and economies of scale expected from combining the operations of Sun Well and Steel Excel's oilfield services operations. All of the goodwill was assigned to the Company's Energy segment. None of the goodwill recognized is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.

The valuation of the intangible assets acquired and related amortization periods are as follows:

	Amount		Amortization Period (Years)
Products and customer relationships	$	16,191	8 to 10 Years
Trademarks	5,890		5 to 7 Years
Favorable lease	47		2 Years
Non-compete agreement	469		5 Years
Other	196
Total identifiable intangible assets	$	22,793

The estimated amortization of intangibles from the acquisition will be approximately $2,000 for the remainder of 2013, $3,265 in 2014, $2,807 in 2015, $2,186 in 2016, $1,664 in 2017 and $6,052 thereafter.

Zaklad Przetwórstwa Metali INMET Sp. z o.o.

On November 5, 2012, a subsidiary of H&H acquired 100% of the stock of Zaklad Przetwórstwa Metali INMET Sp. z o.o., a Polish manufacturer of brazing alloys and contact materials, for a cash purchase price of $4,000, net of cash acquired. This acquisition provides H&H with a new family of fabricated joining materials and a broader presence in the European market.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

W.P. Hickman Company

On December 31, 2012, a subsidiary of H&H acquired substantially all of the assets of W.P. Hickman Company ("Hickman"), a North American manufacturer of perimeter metal roof edges for low slope roofs. The final purchase price was $8,200, which reflects proceeds from a final working capital adjustment of $300 received in February 2013. The final purchase price allocation was completed during the three months ended March 31, 2013, and HNH recorded final goodwill totaling approximately $2,800 in connection with the Hickman acquisition, which is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. This acquisition provides H&H with an add-on product category to its existing roofing business.

Pro Forma Results

The following unaudited pro forma results of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 assumes that the Wolverine and Steel Excel acquisitions were made at the beginning of 2012. This unaudited pro forma information does not purport to be indicative of the results that would have been obtained if the acquisition had actually occurred at the beginning of 2012, or of the results that may be reported in the future. The 2013 supplemental pro forma earnings were adjusted to exclude $600 of acquisition-related costs incurred in 2013 and $500 of nonrecurring expense related to the fair value adjustment to acquisition-date inventories. 2012 supplemental pro forma earnings were adjusted to include these charges.

	Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012
Revenue	$	638,445		$	645,436
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	(9,868		)	45,136
Net (loss) income per common unit – basic and diluted	(0.33		)	1.54

3. DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

Assets and Liabilities of discontinued operations at September 30, 2013 include certain remaining assets and liabilities related to HNH's discontinued operations as well as a building owned by DGT, which is being held for sale. Amounts at December 31, 2012 consist of three of HNH's businesses: Continental, CMCC and ITM.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2013		2012
Assets of discontinued operations:
Trade and other receivables	$	—	$	6,372
Inventories	—		7,097
Other current assets	639		1,438
Goodwill	—		6,041
Other intangibles, net	—		11,098
Property, plant and equipment, net	3,724		13,683
Other assets	104		121
Total assets	$	4,467	$	45,850
Liabilities of discontinued operations:
Trade payables and accrued liabilities	$	490	$	9,160
Total liabilities	$	490	$	9,160

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Summary results for our discontinued operations included in the Company's Consolidated Statements of Operations are detailed in the table below.

	Three Months Ended September 30,				Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013 (a)		2012 (b)		2013 (c)			2012 (b)
Sales	$	283	$	23,651	$	20,094		$	77,483
Net income (loss)	285		1,208		(715		)	3,347
Gain (Loss) after taxes and noncontrolling interests	218		698		(478		)	1,801
Gain on sale of discontinued operations after taxes and noncontrolling interests	810		—		3,231			1,331

(a) Includes the operations of ITM through its sale date.

(b) Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC, ITM, DGT's RFI subsidiary and DGT's Villa subsidiary through their respective sale dates.

(c) Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC and ITM through their respective sale dates.

Continental Industries

In January 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the assets and existing operations of its Continental Industries business unit, a wholly owned subsidiary of H&H, for a cash sales price totaling approximately $37,400 less transaction fees, reflecting a working capital adjustment of approximately $100 paid in the third quarter of 2013. Proceeds of $3,700 are currently held in escrow pending resolution of certain indemnification provisions contained in the sales agreement and are included in Trade and other receivables on the consolidated balance sheet. Located in the State of Oklahoma, Continental Industries manufactures plastic and steel fittings and connectors for natural gas, propane and water distribution service lines along with exothermic welding products for electrical grounding, cathodic protection and lightning protection. It was part of SPLP's Diversified Industrial reporting segment.

Canfield Metal Coating Corporation

In June 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the assets and existing operations of its CMCC business unit, a wholly-owned subsidiary of H&H, for a cash sales price totaling approximately $9,500 less transaction fees, reflecting a preliminary working capital adjustment of approximately $500. Located in the State of Ohio, CMCC manufactured electro-galvanized and painted cold rolled sheet steel products primarily for the construction, entry door, container and appliance industries. It was part of SPLP's Diversified Industrial reporting segment.

Indiana Tube Mexico

In July 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the equipment owned or utilized by ITM for the manufacture of refrigeration condensers for a cash sales price totaling $3,700, less transaction fees. ITM's operations, which were part of SPLP's Diversified Industrial segment, were discontinued in June 2013. The purchase price for ITM's equipment is payable in two equal installments of $1,850, the first paid at the closing date for the transaction and the second payable upon final equipment transfer, which occurred in September 2013.

In connection with the shut-down of ITM's operations, HNH initiated a series of restructuring activities, which will include the termination of all of ITM's employees and certain building lease termination costs. The estimated total cost of these restructuring activities is $900, which were entirely accrued as of June 30, 2013. Payment for the majority of these costs occurred during the third quarter of 2013, and HNH expects all restructuring payments to be completed by the end of 2013.

In 2008, the HNH decided to exit the welded specialty tubing market in Europe and close its Indiana Tube Denmark Subsidiary ("ITD"). During 2009, ITD ceased operations and sold or disposed of its inventory and most of its equipment. HNH completed the final liquidation of ITD in July 2013 and recognized $2,600 in foreign currency translation gains in earnings during the third quarter of 2013, which were previously reported in Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Balance Sheet.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

4. INVESTMENTS

A) Short-Term Investments

Marketable Securities

The Company's short-term investments primarily consist of its marketable securities portfolio held by its subsidiary, Steel Excel. Steel Excel's marketable securities as of September 30, 2013, and December 31, 2012, were classified as "available-for-sale" securities, with changes in fair value recognized in stockholders' equity as Other comprehensive income (loss). Classification of marketable securities as a current asset is based on the intended holding period and realizability of the investment.

The Company's portfolio of marketable securities was as follows:

	September 30, 2013											December 31, 2012
	Cost			Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair value			Cost			Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair value
Available for sale securities
Short-term deposits	$	106,903		$	—	$	—		$	106,903		$	48,596		$	—	$	—		$	48,596
Mutual funds	12,505			3,624		—			16,129			10,368			1,452		—			11,820
United States government securities	50,383			29		—			50,412			99,525			20		(68		)	99,477
Equity securities	69,888			8,279		(4,197		)	73,970			20,822			1,217		(1,922		)	20,117
Commercial paper	6,297			1		—			6,298			22,292			5		(6		)	22,291
Corporate obligations	23,574			855		(43		)	24,386			48,683			308		(277		)	48,714
Total marketable securities	269,550			12,788		(4,240		)	278,098			250,286			3,002		(2,273		)	251,015
Amounts classified as cash equivalents	(108,603		)	—		—			(108,603		)	(51,887		)	—		—			(51,887		)
Amounts classified as marketable securities	$	160,947		$	12,788	$	(4,240	)	$	169,495		$	198,399		$	3,002	$	(2,273	)	$	199,128

The Company's investment portfolio consists of both corporate and government securities that generally mature within three years. The longer the duration of these securities, the more susceptible they are to changes in market interest rates and bond yields. As market interest rates and bond yields increase, those securities purchased with a lower yield-at-cost will be in an unrealized loss position. Steel Excel has considered all available evidence and determined that the marketable securities in which unrealized losses were recorded in the periods ended September 30, 2013 were not deemed to be other-than-temporary.

Marketable securities of approximately $20,400 and $65,500 were sold in the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, resulting in realized gains of $1,863 and $1,777, respectively. These gains are included in Other Income on the Consolidated Statement of Operations. The amortized cost and estimated fair value of investments in available-for-sale securities as of September 30, 2013, by contractual maturity, were as follows:

	Cost		Estimated Fair Value
Mature in one year or less	$	44,134	$	44,157
Mature after one year through three years	14,285		14,435
Mature after three years	21,834		22,504
Total debt securities	80,253		81,096
Securities with no contractual maturities	189,297		197,002
	$	269,550	$	278,098

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

B) Long-Term Investments

The following table summarizes the Company's long-term investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012. For those investments at fair value, the carrying amount of the investment equals its respective fair value.

					Investment Balance				Income (Loss) Recorded in Statement of Operations
									Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
					September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012		2013			2012			2013			2012
(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Equity securities - U.S. (1), (2)
Computer Software and Services					$	2,312	$	3,824
Aerospace/Defense					67,021		38,256
Manufacturing					—		28,032
Restaurants					23,511		15,012
Other					566		35,704
					93,410		120,828
Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations:
API Group PLC ("API") (1)					28,942		32,678		$	806		$	3,568		$	(3,735	)	$	10,757
Barbican Group Holdings Limited					—		—		—			319			—			2,108
					122,352		153,506		$	806		$	3,887		$	(3,735	)	$	12,865
(B) EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS
Investments in Associated Companies:	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
At Cost:	Ownership
CoSine	48.6	%	46.8	%	$	5,973	$	6,668	$	(75	)	$	(59	)	$	(320	)	$	(235	)
Other (7)					8,984		—		(137		)	—			(217		)	—
At Fair Value:
ModusLink Global Solutions, Inc. ("MLNK") (1)	27.1	%	14.8	%	38,309		—		(5,144		)	—			(11,694		)	—
SL Industries, Inc. ("SLI") (1)	24.0	%	24.1	%	24,324		17,907		(628		)	1,684			6,417			(1,298		)
JPS Industries, Inc. ("JPS") (2)	39.3	%	39.3	%	19,706		—		(3,378		)	—			4,780			—
Fox & Hound (3)	50.0	%	50.0	%	—		10,521		(6,206		)	(4,860		)	(11,521		)	13,778
Other (3)	45.9	%	—	%	3,490		—		114			—			114			—
Steel Excel					—		—		—			—			—			13,139
					100,786		35,096		$	(15,454	)	$	(3,235	)	$	(12,441	)	$	25,384
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party:
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series B (Barbican) (3)					—		16		$	—		$	356		$	(16	)	$	2,385
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series D ( Fox & Hound)(3)					508		542		(15		)	(26		)	(34		)	(11,199		)
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series G (SPCA) (3), (4)					6,194		6,016		858			23			178			500
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series H (SPJSF) (3), (5)					4,539		3,891		57			252			648			229
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series I (3), (6)					—		798		—			(19		)	(34		)	(339		)
					11,241		11,263		$	900		$	586		$	742		$	(8,424	)
(C) OTHER INVESTMENTS
ModusLink Warrants (3)					2,254		—		$	(581	)	$	—		$	(930	)	$	—
Total Long-Term Investments					$	236,633	$	199,865

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

(1) Level 1 investment. Equity securities totaling $91,098 and $79,352 were classified as Level 1 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

(2) Level 2 investment. Equity securities totaling $2,312 and $41,476 were classified as Level 2 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

(3) Level 3 investment. For additional information related to the Company's Level 3 investments, see Note 5 - "Fair Value Measurements."

(4) Steel Partners China Access I L.P.

(5) Steel Partners Japan Strategic Fund, L.P.

(6) Sold in the second quarter of 2013. See Note 12 - "Related Party Transactions" for additional information.

(7) Represents Steel Excel's investments in a sports business and iGo, Inc. of 40% and 44.7%, respectively.

The following table presents activity for the available-for-sale securities presented in the table above for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Proceeds from sales	$	2,782		$	580		$	3,964		$	29,317
Gross gains from sales	$	1,149		$	73		$	1,245		$	2,985
Gross losses from sales	—			—			—			—
Net investment gain	$	1,149		$	73		$	1,245		$	2,985
Change in net unrealized holding gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income	$	(2,158	)	$	19,732		$	46,234		$	7,007
Reclassified out of other comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized gains	$	987		$	65		$	14,217		$	3,118
Unrealized losses	—			(828		)	(2,632		)	(828		)
Total	$	987		$	(763	)	$	11,585		$	2,290

(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES

Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI

For purposes of determining gross realized gains and losses, the cost of securities sold is based on specific identification. Gross unrealized gains and gross unrealized losses are reported in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the consolidated balance sheets. In the third quarter 2013 and 2012 the Company recognized other than temporary impairment losses of approximately $1,010 and $829, respectively, related to available-for-sale securities which are included in Asset impairment charges in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

The cost basis and unrealized gains and losses related to our available for sale securities are as follows:

	September 30, 2013									December 31, 2012
	Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value
Computer Software and Services	$	2,312	$	—	$	—		$	2,312	$	4,447	$	4	$	(627	)	$	3,824
Aerospace/Defense	11,675		55,346		—			67,021		11,675		26,581		—			38,256
Manufacturing	—		—		—			—		16,278		11,754		—			28,032
Restaurants	5,974		17,537		—			23,511		5,974		9,038		—			15,012
Other	575		—		(9		)	566		43,177		101		(7,574		)	35,704
	$	20,536	$	72,883	$	(9	)	$	93,410	$	81,551	$	47,478	$	(8,201	)	$	120,828

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations

Available for sale securities also includes the Company's investment in API. Changes in the fair value of the API and Barbican investments (prior to the sale of Barbican in the fourth quarter of 2012) are reported in the consolidated statement of operations as Income (loss) from investments held at fair value.

(B) EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS

Investments in Associated Companies

The Company’s investments in associated companies are accounted for under the equity method of accounting. The Company elected to record certain investments under the equity method at fair value beginning on the dates these investments became subject to the equity method. Associated companies are included in the Diversified Industrial, Energy or Corporate segments. Certain associated companies have a fiscal year end that differs from December 31. Additional information for each of SPLP's investments in associated companies that have impacted the Consolidated Statement of Operations during 2013 or 2012 follows:

Equity Method

• The investment in CoSine is reported on the equity method. SPLP recorded $12 and $374 as its share of capital changes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and $2 and $51 as its share of capital changes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012. The aggregate market value of the Company’s interest in CoSine was $9,559 and $9,559 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

• In the first quarter of 2013, Steel Excel made an investment in a fitness equipment company. The investment was a 40% membership interest for a cash price of $4,000. In the third quarter of 2013, Steel Excel made an investment of approximately $5,200 for a 44.7% voting interest in iGo, a mobile device accessories provider company. These investments are being accounted for as associated companies as Steel Excel does not have control over their operations.

Equity Method, At Fair Value:

• In March 2013, pursuant to an agreement (“Investment Agreement”) between the Company and MLNK, SPLP purchased 7,500,000 shares of MLNK common stock for $4.00 per share. MLNK provides supply chain and logistics services to companies in consumer electronics, communications, computing, medical devices, software, luxury goods and retail. This investment, plus the 6,481,185 MLNK shares already owned by the Company and its subsidiaries, gave the Company a 27.1% ownership interest in MLNK common stock. Also, at its annual meeting on March 12, 2013, the MLNK shareholders elected two members of SPLP's management team to the MLNK board of directors, one of which serves as chairman.

As a result of the foregoing events, SPLP has concluded that it now has significant influence over the operating and financial policies of MLNK and therefore its investment is subject to the equity method of accounting. SPLP has elected the fair value option to account for MLNK in order to more appropriately reflect the value of MLNK in its financial statements, and will record future unrealized gains and losses in earnings. Accordingly the investment, which was previously classified as an available-for-sale security, was reclassified to an associated company as of March 12, 2013. Approximately $4,800 of unrealized losses were reclassified out of AOCI and recorded in earnings for the six months ended June 30, 2013.

In accordance with the Investment Agreement, MLNK also issued the Company warrants to purchase an additional 2,000,000 shares at $5.00 per share. See the "Other Investments" section of this Note for a further description of these warrants and their valuation for financial statement reporting.

• SLI is a publicly traded company that designs, manufactures and markets power electronics, motion control, power protection and specialized communication equipment.

• During the second quarter of 2013, JPS stockholders elected two members of SPLP's management team to their board to serve one-year terms, one of which will serve as chairman. As a result of the foregoing events, SPLP has concluded that it now has significant influence over the operating and financial policies of JPS and therefore its investment is subject to the

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

equity method of accounting. Accordingly, the investment in JPS, which was previously classified as an available-for-sale security, was reclassified to an associated company as of June 30, 2013. Approximately $13,200 of unrealized gains were reclassified out of AOCI and recorded in the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013.

SPLP has elected the fair value option to account for JPS in order to more appropriately reflect the value of JPS in its financial statements and will record future unrealized gains and losses in earnings. JPS is a major U.S. manufacturer of extruded urethanes, ethylene vinyl acetates and mechanically formed glass and aramid substrate materials for specialty applications.

• On March 19, 2012, the Company invested $10,923 to acquire an indirect interest in Fox & Hound as part of a recapitalization which involved the issuance by Fox & Hound of new common equity in conjunction with a long-term refinancing of Fox & Hound's debt. The Company elected to record its investment in Fox & Hound on the equity method at fair value in order to more appropriately reflect the value of Fox & Hound in its financial statements. During the third quarter of 2013, due to the current and projected operating performance of Fox & Hound, the Company wrote its investment down to zero.

• The Company has an investment in a Japanese real estate partnership. In the second quarter of 2013, the Company made an additional investment of $311 and reclassified this investment to an associated company. SPLP has elected the fair value option to account for this investment in order to more appropriately reflect the value of the investment in its financial statements and will record future unrealized gains and losses in earnings. Prior to the second quarter of 2013, this investment was accounted for as an investment at cost and included in Other non-current assets on the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2012 with a balance of $4,576. In the first quarter of 2013 and in the third quarter of 2012, due to declines observed in this business, the Company recorded impairments of $1,510 and $581, respectively, which are included in Asset impairment charges in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

• During the second quarter of 2012, SPLP acquired an additional 2,227,500 shares of Steel Excel, a publicly traded company. As a result SPLP's ownership increased to 51.1% of the outstanding shares and Steel Excel became a majority-owned controlled subsidiary (for additional information on this transaction, see Note 2 - "Acquisitions").

The following table presents summarized balance sheet and income statement data for SPLP's associated company investments:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Current assets	$	467,457		$	96,280
Noncurrent assets	367,524			252,005
Total assets	$	834,981		$	348,285
Current liabilities	$	369,474		$	61,201
Noncurrent liabilities	154,939			170,857
Total liabilities	524,413			232,058
Parent equity	310,568			116,227
Total liabilities and equity	$	834,981		$	348,285
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Summary income statement amounts:
Revenue	$	290,155		$	112,916		$	984,595		$	369,582
Gross profit	47,201			17,206			139,829			54,697
Loss from continuing operations	(2,675		)	(3,541		)	(19,596		)	(4,748		)
Net loss after noncontrolling interests	(2,918		)	(4,033		)	(19,287		)	(12,749		)

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party

Other investments - related party, consist of the Company’s investment in each series of the SPII Liquidating Trust (see Note 12 - “Related Party Transactions”) accounted for under the equity method. The purpose of the SPII Liquidating Trust is to effect the orderly liquidation of certain assets previously held by Steel Partners II, L.P. ("SPII"). SPLP’s financial position, financial performance and cash flows will be affected by the extent to which the operations of the SPII Liquidating Trust results in realized or unrealized gains (losses) and by distributions it makes in each reporting period. The Company holds variable interests in each series of the SPII Liquidating Trust.

Each series of the SPII Liquidating Trust is separate and distinct with respect to its assets, liabilities and net assets. Each individual series has no liability or claim with respect to the liabilities or assets of the other series. Each series shares in the costs, assets and liabilities, if any, that are not specifically attributable to a particular series. Each series generally holds the securities related to a specific investment and cash for operating expenses of the series. The investments in the SPII Liquidating Trust are not redeemable and distributions will be received from the SPII Liquidating Trust as the underlying assets held are sold over a period which is not determinable. There are no unfunded capital commitments with respect to these investments. The fair values for the investments in the SPII Liquidating Trust have been estimated using the net asset value of such interests as reported by the SPII Liquidating Trust. The following tables provide combined summarized data with respect to the other investments - related party accounted for under the equity method, at fair value:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Total assets	$	25,761		$	25,824
Total liabilities	(32		)	(37		)
Net Asset Value	$	25,729		$	25,787
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013		2012
Summary income statement amounts:
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations	$	2,084		$	1,469		$	1,274	$	(19,264	)

(C) OTHER INVESTMENTS

In connection with the acquisition of ModusLink common shares in March 2013, the Company received warrants ("ModusLink Warrants") to acquire an additional 2,000,000 shares at an exercise price of $5.00 per share. The ModusLink Warrants are accounted for as an asset at fair value with changes in fair value recognized each period in (Loss) Income from investments at fair value in the consolidated statement of operations. The warrants have a life of 5 years and were valued using the Black-Scholes option pricing model. Assumptions used in the current valuation were as follows: 1) volatility of 67.6% 2) term of 4.5 years 3) risk free interest rate of 1.390% based on the U.S. Treasury bill yield, and 4) an expected dividend of $0.

COST METHOD INVESTMENT

In July 2013, Steel Excel invested $25,000 in a limited partnership that co-invested with other private investment funds in a public company. Steel Excel accounts for this investment under the cost method as the limited partnership has no operations and Steel Excel does not have significant influence over the operations of the public company investee. Such investment had an approximate fair value of $24,900 at September 30, 2013, based on the net asset value included in the monthly statement it receives from the partnership.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

5. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis in the consolidated financial statements as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are summarized by type of inputs applicable to the fair value measurements as follows:

September 30, 2013	Level 1		Level 2			Level 3		Total
Assets:
Marketable securities (a)	$	134,463	$	17,171		$	17,861	$	169,495
Long-term investments (a)	182,673		22,018			16,985		221,676
Investments in certain funds	—		—			849		849
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value	15,664		—			—		15,664
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories	1,397		—			—		1,397
Total	$	334,197	$	39,189		$	35,695	$	409,081
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	$	—	$	24,632		$	—	$	24,632
Interest rate swap agreement	—		(211		)	—		(211		)
Total	$	—	$	24,421		$	—	$	24,421

December 31, 2012	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:
Marketable securities (a)	$	128,123	$	69,222	$	1,783	$	199,128
Long-term investments (a)	112,030		59,383		21,784		193,197
Investments in certain funds	—		—		1,021		1,021
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories	127		—		—		127
Total	$	240,280	$	128,605	$	24,588	$	393,473
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	$	—	$	24,742	$	—	$	24,742
Derivative features of subordinated notes	—		—		184		184
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories	—		27		—		27
Total	$	—	$	24,769	$	184	$	24,953

(a) For additional detail of the marketable securities and long-term investments see Note 4 - "Investments." In addition. there is approximately $1,700 of other investments included in Cash and cash equivalents that are considered a Level 2 investment.

Investments measured and reported at fair value are classified and disclosed in one of the following categories:

Level 1 - Quoted prices are available in active markets for identical investments as of the reporting date. The types of investments included in Level 1 are listed debt and equity securities.

Level 2 - Pricing inputs are other than quoted prices in active markets, which are either directly or indirectly observable as of the reporting date, and fair value is determined through the use of models or other valuation methodologies. Investments which are generally included in this category include corporate bonds and loans, less liquid and restricted equity securities.

Level 3 - Pricing inputs are unobservable for the investment and include situations where there is little, if any, market activity for the investment. The inputs into the determination of fair value require significant management judgment or estimation and due to lack of observable inputs, the assumptions used may impact the fair value of these

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

investments in future periods. Investments which are generally included in this category include private investments, non-exchange traded derivative contracts, and currency and interest rate swaps.

There were no investments transferred into or out of Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 based upon changes of shares traded.

The fair value of the Company's financial instruments, such as cash and cash equivalents, trade and other receivables and trade payables, approximate carrying value due to the short-term maturities of these assets and liabilities. Carrying cost approximates fair value for long-term debt which has variable interest rates.

The precious metal and commodity inventories associated with HNH's fair value hedges (see Note 6 - "Financial Instruments") are reported at fair value. Fair value of these inventories is based on quoted market prices on commodity exchanges and are considered Level 1 measurements. The derivative instruments that HNH purchases in connection with its precious metal and commodity inventories, specifically commodity futures and forwards contracts, are also valued at fair value. The futures contracts are Level 1 measurements since they are traded on a commodity exchange. The forward contracts are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements.

Following is a summary of changes in financial assets measured using Level 3 inputs:

Three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Long - Term Investments
	Investments in Associated Companies (a)			Other Investments - Related Party (b)			ModusLink Warrants (c)			Marketable Securities and Other (d)			Other Investments		Total
Assets
Balance at June 30, 2012	$	29,561		$	33,643		$	—		$	—		$	15,413	$	78,617
Purchases	—			—			—			—			—		—
Sales	—			(4,287		)	—			—			—		(4,287		)
Unrealized gains	(4,860		)	631			—			—			319		(3,910		)
Unrealized losses	—			(45		)	—			—			—		(45		)
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	24,701		$	29,942		$	—		$	—		$	15,732	$	70,375
Balance at June 30, 2013	$	8,582		$	10,341		$	2,835		$	20,952		$	—	$	42,710
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	—			—			—			—			—		—
Purchases	1,000			—			—			—			—		1,000
Sales	—			—			—			(32		)	—		(32		)
Realized gain on sale	—			—			—			—			—		—
Unrealized gains	114			915			—			—			—		1,029
Unrealized losses	(6,206		)	(15		)	(581		)	(2,210		)	—		(9,012		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	3,490		$	11,241		$	2,254		$	18,710		$	—	$	35,695

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Nine Months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Long - Term Investments
	Investments in Associated Companies (a)			Other Investments - Related Party (b)			ModusLink Warrants (c)			Marketable Securities and Other (d)			Other Investments		Total
Assets
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	—		$	42,653		$	—		$	—		$	13,623	$	56,276
Purchases	10,923			—			—			—			—		10,923
Sales	—			(4,287		)	—			—			—		(4,287		)
Unrealized gains	13,778			3,114			—			—			2,109		19,001
Unrealized losses	—			(11,538		)	—			—			—		(11,538		)
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	24,701		$	29,942		$	—		$	—		$	15,732	$	70,375
Balance at December 31, 2012	$	10,521		$	11,263		$	—		$	2,804		$	—	$	24,588
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	3,065			—			—			—			—		3,065
Purchases	1,311			—			3,184			39,332			—		43,827
Sales	—			(764		)	—			(22,958		)	—		(23,722		)
Realized gain on sale	—			—			—			1,556					1,556
Unrealized gains	114			826			—			186			—		1,126
Unrealized losses	(11,521		)	(84		)	(930		)	(2,210		)	—		(14,745		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	3,490		$	11,241		$	2,254		$	18,710		$	—	$	35,695

(a) Unrealized losses are recorded in (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of taxes in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(b) Unrealized gains and losses are recorded in Income (Loss) from other investments-related party in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(c) Unrealized losses are recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(d) Realized gain on sale is recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

Long-Term Investments - Valuation Techniques

The Company primarily uses two valuation methods to estimate the fair value of its equity securities measured using Level 3 inputs. The Company estimates the value of its indirect investment in Fox & Hound primarily using a discounted cash flow method using a market risk premium of 35%. The Company estimates the value of its interest in the SPII Liquidating Trust based on the net asset value of each series of the Trust. The ModusLink Warrants are valued using the Black-Scholes option pricing model (for additional information see Note 4 - "Investments").

Marketable Securities and Other - Investment Techniques

In November 2012, Steel Excel invested $6,000 in convertible debentures of School Specialty Inc. (“School

Specialty”) with a face amount of $11,900. On January 28, 2013, School Specialty filed for protection under Chapter 11

of the United States Bankruptcy Code, and in subsequent months Steel Excel invested approximately $21,300 as part of

the debtor-in-possession loan to School Specialty. Upon School Specialty emerging from bankruptcy on June 11, 2013, Steel Excel received 26,457 shares of common stock of the post-bankruptcy entity in exchange for the convertible debentures,

and received $17,500 in cash and 49,136 shares of common stock of the post-bankruptcy entity in exchange for its

investment in the debtor-in-possession loan. The fair value of the common stock of the post-bankruptcy entity received was

$109 per share. In connection with these transactions, Steel Excel recognized a loss on disposal of the subordinated

debentures of approximately $3,200 and a gain on disposal of the investment in the debtor-in-possession loan of

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

approximately $1,600, both of which are included as a component of Other expense (income), net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for the periods ended September 30, 2013. In addition, Steel Excel invested $9,800 in notes of the post-bankruptcy entity in June 2013. Steel Excel's investments in the common stock and notes of the post-bankruptcy entity are

included as Level 3 corporate securities and Level 3 corporate obligations, respectively, as of September 30, 2013.

Level 3 Liabilities

During the nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Company recognized a $184 decrease in fair value for the derivative features of the HNH Subordinated notes which reduced the balance from $184 at December 31, 2012 to $0 at September 30, 2013. As of September 30, 2013, the Company no longer holds any financial liabilities that are measured using Level 3 inputs.

Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis

The Company’s non-financial assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis include the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the acquisitions described in Note 2 – “Acquisitions”. Significant judgments and estimates are made to determine the acquisition date fair values which may include the use of appraisals, discounted cash flow techniques or other information the Company considers relevant to the fair value measurement. Subsequent to initial measurement, the Company evaluates its long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate, in management’s judgment, that carrying values may not be recoverable. Circumstances that could trigger an interim impairment test include but are not limited to: continuing adverse business conditions or legal factors; an adverse action or assessment by a regulator; unanticipated competition; loss of key personnel; the likelihood that a reporting unit or significant portion of a reporting unit will be sold or otherwise disposed; or results of testing for recoverability of a significant asset group within a reporting unit.

As of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, WebBank has impaired loans of $2,665, of which $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA and $2,915, of which $2,328 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA, respectively. These loans are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis using Level 3 inputs. See the Impaired Loans section of Note 7 - "Trade, Other and Loans Receivable" for additional discussion of loan impairment measurements.

6. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk

Financial instruments include $24,632 and $24,742 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, of amounts payable in foreign currencies which are subject to the risk of exchange rate changes. These financial instruments resulted from transactions entered into for risk management purposes, are collateralized by an equivalent amount included in restricted cash and have no maturity date. The liabilities are accounted for at fair value on the balance sheet date with changes in fair value reported in the consolidated statement of operations included in net investment gain (loss). The liabilities are not designated as hedging instruments. The foreign currency financial instrument liabilities at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are as follows:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Currency	Carrying Amount		Notional Amount	Carrying Amount		Notional Amount
Japanese Yen	$	1,532	¥150,481	$	1,695	¥146,991
Pound Sterling	23,100		£14,270	23,047		£14,186
Total	$	24,632		$	24,742

Information is summarized below for foreign currency financial liabilities and related restricted cash:

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Foreign exchange transactions:	September 30,
	2013			2012
Balance, beginning of year	$	24,742		$	23,736
Net investment (gains) losses	(274		)	848
Receipt of dividends, net of interest expense	134			149
Other	30			—
Balance of foreign currency financial instruments liability and related restricted cash, end of period (a)	$	24,632		$	24,733

(a) The financial instruments payable in foreign currencies are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements. Carrying value approximates fair value.

Precious Metal and Commodity Inventories

H&H's precious metal and commodity inventories are subject to market price fluctuations. H&H enters into commodity futures and forward contracts on its precious metal inventory and certain commodity inventory that is not subject to fixed-price contracts with its customers in order to economically hedge against price fluctuations. HNH's hedging strategy is designed to protect it against normal volatility; therefore, abnormal price increases in these commodities or markets could negatively impact H&H's earnings. H&H does not enter into derivatives or other financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes.

As of September 30, 2013, the Company had the following outstanding future contracts with settlement dates ranging from October to December 2013:

Commodity	Amount	Notional Value
Silver	760,000 ounces	$	16,600
Gold	900 ounces	$	1,200
Copper	400,000 pounds	$	1,300
Tin	45 metric tons	$	1,000

H&H accounts for these contracts as either fair value hedges or economic hedges under the guidance in ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging. There were no forward contracts outstanding at September 30, 2013.

Fair Value Hedges. Of the total futures contracts outstanding, 570,000 ounces of silver and substantially all of the copper contracts are designated and accounted for as fair value hedges under ASC 815. The fair values of these derivatives are recognized as derivative assets and liabilities in the consolidated balance sheet. The net change in fair value of the derivative assets and liabilities and the change in the fair value of the underlying hedged inventory are recognized in the consolidated income statement, and such amounts principally offset each other due to the effectiveness of the hedges.

Economic Hedges. The remaining outstanding futures contracts for silver, and all of the contracts for gold and tin, are accounted for as economic hedges. As these derivatives are not designated as accounting hedges under ASC 815, they are accounted for as derivatives with no hedge designation. The derivatives are marked to market and both realized and unrealized gains and losses are recorded in current period earnings in the consolidated income statement.

The futures contracts are exchange traded contracts through a third party broker. Accordingly, HNH has determined that there is minimal credit risk of default. HNH estimates the fair value of its derivative contracts through the use of market quotes or broker valuations when market information is not available. HNH maintains collateral on account with the third-party broker. Such collateral consists of both cash that varies in amount depending on the value of open futures contracts, as well as ounces of precious metal held on account by the broker.

Debt Agreements

As discussed in Note 13 - "Debt and Capital Lease Obligations," H&H Group has entered into two interest rate swap agreements as economic hedges of its debt, but has elected not to account for the interest rate swap agreements as hedges under ASC 815. HNH records the expense (or gain) both from the mark-to-market adjustments and net settlements in interest expense on the consolidated income statement as the hedges are intended to offset interest rate movements.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

HNH's Subordinated Notes had call premiums as well as Warrants associated with them. The Company treated the fair value of these features together as both a discount on the debt and a derivative liability at inception of the loan agreement. The discount was being amortized over the life of the notes as an adjustment to interest expense, and the derivative was marked to market at each balance sheet date. As discussed in Note 13 - "Debt and Capital lease Obligations," on March 26, 2013, the Company discharged its obligations associated with the Subordinated Notes and Warrants, and therefore, all discounts and derivative accounts related to the Subordinated Notes and Warrants are now zero.

Fair Value of Derivative Instruments in the Consolidated Balance Sheets:

Derivative	Balance Sheet Location	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Foreign currency financial instruments (a)	Financial instruments	$	24,632		$	24,742
Commodity contracts (a), (b)	Prepaid and other current assets	$	1,397		$	(127	)
Commodity contracts (a)	Other current liabilities	$	—		$	27
Interest rate swap agreement (a)	Other current liabilities	$	(211	)	$	—
Derivative features of subordinated notes (a)	Long-term debt	$	—		$	(184	)

(a) Carrying amount equals fair value.

(b) Includes $961 designated as hedging instruments as of September 30, 2013.

Effect of derivative instruments on the Consolidated Statements of Operations:

		Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
		2013			2012			2013			2012
Derivative	Statement of Operations Location	Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)
Foreign currency financial instruments (a)	Net investment gains	$	(1,410	)	$	(682	)	$	274		$	(848	)
Commodity contracts (a)	Cost of goods sold	(1,543		)	—			1,083			—
Commodity contracts (b)	Realized and unrealized gain on derivatives	(351		)	(1,036		)	1,495			(284		)
Interest rate swap agreements (b)	Interest expense	(161		)	—			(265		)	—
Derivative features of subordinated notes (b)	Realized and unrealized gain on derivatives	—			(98		)	(793		)	691
Total derivatives		$	(3,465	)	$	(1,816	)	$	1,794		$	(441	)

(a) Designated as hedging instruments.

(b) Not designated as hedging instruments.

Financial Instruments with Off-Balance Sheet Risk

WebBank is a party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk. In the normal course of business, these financial instruments include commitments to extend credit in the form of loans. Those instruments involve to varying degrees, elements of credit and interest rate risk in excess of the amount recognized on the consolidated balance sheets. The contract amounts of those instruments reflect the extent of involvement WebBank has in particular classes of financial instruments.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

At September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, WebBank’s undisbursed loan commitments totaled $35,506 and $155,378, respectively. Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer provided there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. WebBank’s commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. Since certain of the commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent future cash requirements. WebBank evaluates each customer’s credit worthiness on a case-by-case basis. The amount of collateral obtained if deemed necessary by WebBank upon extension of credit is based on management’s credit evaluation of the borrower.

WebBank’s exposure to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the other party to the financial instrument for commitments to extend credit is represented by the contractual amount of those instruments. WebBank uses the same credit policy in making commitments and conditional obligations as it does for on-balance sheet instruments.

WebBank also estimates an allowance for potential losses on off-balance sheet contingent credit exposure. WebBank determines an allowance for this contingent credit exposure based on historical experience and portfolio analysis.

The allowance was $460 and $740 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, and is included within Other current liabilities in the consolidated balance sheets. Increases or decreases in the allowance are included in Selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. The amount included in Selling, general and administrative expenses for credit losses on off-balance sheet contingent credit exposure was an benefit of $146 and $146 and a benefit of $180 and $256 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

7. TRADE, OTHER AND LOANS RECEIVABLE

Trade and Other Receivables

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,422 in 2013 and $2,004 in 2012	$	109,266	$	81,820
Other receivables	4,993		2,194
Total	$	114,259	$	84,014

Loans Receivable

    Major classification of WebBank’s loans receivable at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are as follows:

	Total										Current						Non-current
	September 30, 2013			%		December 31, 2012			%		September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012			September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Real estate loans:
Commercial – owner occupied	$	4,792		10	%	$	6,724		10	%	$	192		$	198		$	4,600	$	6,526
Commercial – other	182			—	%	318			—	%	—			9			182		309
Total real estate loans	4,974			10	%	7,042			10	%	192			207			4,782		6,835
Commercial and industrial	29,632			58	%	9,832			15	%	998			451			28,634		9,381
Loans held for sale	16,817			32	%	51,505			75	%	16,817			51,505			—		—
Total loans	51,423			100	%	68,379			100	%	18,007			52,163			33,416		16,216
Less:
Deferred fees and discounts	4					21					4			21			—		—
Allowance for loan losses	(296		)			(285		)			(296		)	(285		)	—		—
Total loans receivable, net (a)	$	51,131				$	68,115				$	17,715		$	51,899		$	33,416	$	16,216

(a) The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of loans receivable, net was $51,333 and $71,111 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

The Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses (“ALLL”) represents an estimate of probable and estimable losses inherent in the loan and lease portfolio as of the balance sheet date. Losses are charged to the ALLL when recognized. Generally, commercial loans are charged off or charged down at the point at which they are determined to be uncollectible in whole or in part. The amount of the ALLL is established by analyzing the portfolio at least quarterly, and the provisions for loan losses is adjusted so that the ALLL is at an appropriate level at the balance sheet date.

The methodologies used to estimate the ALLL depend upon the impairment status and portfolio segment of the loan. For the commercial loans a comprehensive loan grading system is used to assign loss given default grades to each loan. The credit quality indicators discussed subsequently are based on this grading system. Loss given default grades are based on both financial and statistical models and loan officers’ judgment. Groupings of these grades are created for each loan class and calculate historic loss rates ranging from the previous 36 to 48 months.

After applying historic loss experience, as described above, the quantitatively derived level of ALLL is reviewed for each segment using qualitative criteria. Various risk factors are tracked that influence judgment regarding the level of the ALLL across the portfolio segments. Primary qualitative factors that may be reflected in the quantitative models include:

• Asset quality trends

• Risk management and loan administration practices

• Risk identification practices

• Effect of changes in the nature and volume of the portfolio

• Existence and effect of any portfolio concentrations

• National economic and business conditions

• Regional and local economic and business conditions

• Data availability and applicability

Changes in these factors are reviewed to ensure that changes in the level of the ALLL are consistent with changes in these factors. The magnitude of the impact of each of these factors on the qualitative assessment of the ALLL changes from quarter to quarter according to the extent these factors are already reflected in historic loss rates and according to the extent these factors diverge from one another. Also considered is the uncertainty inherent in the estimation process when evaluating the ALLL.

Changes in the allowance for loan and lease losses are summarized as follows:

	Real Estate
	Commercial - Owner Occupied			Commercial - Other			Commercial & Industrial			Total
Beginning balance - December 31, 2012	$	187		$	34		$	64		$	285
Charge-offs	—			—			(63		)	(63		)
Recoveries	12			33			66			111
Provision	(121		)	(46		)	130			(37		)
Ending Balance – September 30, 2013	$	78		$	21		$	197		$	296

The ALLL and outstanding loan balances according to the Company’s impairment method are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

	Real Estate
	Commercial - Owner Occupied		Commercial - Other		Commercial & Industrial		Total
Allowance for loan losses:
Individually evaluated for impairment	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—
Collectively evaluated for impairment	78		21		197		296
Total	$	78	$	21	$	197	$	296
Outstanding Loan balances:
Individually evaluated for impairment (1)	$	2,522	$	—	$	142	$	2,664
Collectively evaluated for impairment	2,270		182		29,490		31,942
Total	$	4,792	$	182	$	29,632	$	34,606

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Nonaccrual and Past Due Loans

Loans are generally placed on nonaccrual status when payment in full of principal and interest is not expected, or the loan is 90 days or more past due as to principal or interest, unless the loan is both well secured and in the process of collection.

A nonaccrual loan may be returned to accrual status when all delinquent interest and principal become current in accordance with the terms of the loan agreement; and the loan, if secured, is well secured; the borrower has paid according to the contractual terms for a minimum of six months; and analysis of the borrower indicates a reasonable assurance of the ability to maintain payments. Payments received on nonaccrual loans are applied as a reduction to the principal outstanding.

Loans are reported as past due when either principal or interest is due and unpaid for a period of 30 days or more. Loans past due 90 days or more and still accruing interest were $2,092 and $2,581 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

Nonaccrual loans are summarized as follows:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	430	$	147
Total Real Estate Loans	430		147
Commercial and Industrial	110		94
Total Loans	$	540	$	241

Past due loans (accruing and nonaccruing) are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Current		30-89 days past due		90+ days past due		Total past due (1)		Total loans		Recorded investment in accruing loans 90+ days past due
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	2,270	$	419	$	2,103	$	2,522	$	4,792	$	2,092
Commercial - Other	182		—		—		—		182		—
Total Real Estate Loans	2,452		419		2,103		2,522		4,974		2,092
Commercial and Industrial	29,465		57		110		167		29,632		—
Total Loans	$	31,917	$	476	$	2,213	$	2,689	$	34,606	$	2,092

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Credit Quality Indicators

In addition to the past due and nonaccrual criteria, loans are analyzed using a loan grading system. Generally, internal grades are assigned to loans based on the performance of the loans, financial/statistical models and loan officer judgment. Loans are reviewed and graded annually or whenever material information is received. In some circumstances, such as smaller performing loans, it may not be possible to obtain the necessary information to update the grades annually. Upon consideration of relevant factors, the Bank Loan Committee may waive on a case-by-case basis the annual grading requirement. Grades follow definitions of Pass, Special Mention, Substandard, and Doubtful. The definitions of Pass, Special Mention, Substandard, and Doubtful are summarized as follows:

• Pass: A pass asset is a higher quality asset and does not fit any of the other categories described below. The likelihood of loss is considered remote.

• Special Mention: A receivable in this category has a specific weakness or problem but does not currently present a significant risk of loss or default as to any material term of the loan or financing agreement.

• Substandard: A substandard receivable has a developing or currently minor weakness or weaknesses that could result in loss or default if deficiencies are not corrected or adverse conditions arise.

• Doubtful: A doubtful receivable has an existing weakness or weaknesses that have developed into a serious risk of significant loss or default with regard to a material term of the financing agreement.

Outstanding loan balances (accruing and nonaccruing) categorized by these credit quality indicators are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Pass		Special Mention		Sub- standard (1)		Doubtful		Total loans
Real Estate Loans:
Construction	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—
Commercial - Owner Occupied	2,269		—		2,523		—		4,792
Commercial - Other	182		—		—		—		182
Total Real Estate Loans	2,451		—		2,523		—		4,974
Commercial and Industrial	25,785		3,705		142		—		29,632
Total Loans	$	28,236	$	3,705	$	2,665	$	—	$	34,606

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Impaired Loans

Loans are considered impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that WebBank will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement, including scheduled interest payments. When loans are impaired, an estimate of the amount of the balance that is impaired is made and a specific reserve is assigned to the loan based on the estimated present value of the loan’s future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate, the observable market price of the loan, or the fair value of the loan’s underlying collateral less the cost to sell. When the impairment is based on amount on the fair value of the loan’s underlying collateral, the portion of the balance that is impaired is charged off, such that these loans do not have a specific reserve in the ALLL. Payments received on impaired loans that are accruing are recognized in interest income, according to the contractual loan agreement. Payments received on impaired loans that are on nonaccrual are not recognized in interest income, but are applied as a reduction to the principal outstanding. Payments are recognized when cash is received.

Information on impaired loans is summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

			Recorded investment
	Unpaid principle balance		with no allowance		with allowance		Total recorded investment (1)		Related Allowance		Average recorded investment
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	2,734	$	2,523	$	—	$	2,523	$	—	$	2,629
Total Real Estate Loans	2,734		2,523		—		2,523		—		2,629
Commercial and Industrial	357		130		12		142		—		—
Total Loans	$	3,091	$	2,653	$	12	$	2,665	$	—	$	2,629

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

8. INVENTORIES

A summary of inventories is as follows:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Finished products	$	18,245	$	19,229
In – process	10,644		8,344
Raw materials	15,229		14,346
Fine and fabricated precious metal in various stages of completion	24,745		9,599
	68,863		51,518
Excess of market value over LIFO cost	—		(2,695		)
	$	68,863	$	48,823

Fine and Fabricated Precious Metal Inventory

In order to produce certain of its products, H&H purchases, maintains and utilizespreciousmetal inventory. H&H records itspreciousmetal inventory at the lower of last-in, first-out ("LIFO") cost or market, with any adjustments recorded through cost of goods sold. As ofSeptember 30, 2013, the precious metal inventory is recorded at market. As ofDecember 31, 2012, thepreciousmetal inventory is recorded at LIFO cost, resulting in an inventory adjustment of$2,695.The increase in the amount of precious metal inventory was attributable to the acquisition of Wolverine Joining (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions"), whose precious metal inventory is accounted for at fair value.

Certain customers and suppliers of H&H choose to do business on a “pool” basis, and furnishpreciousmetal to H&H for return in fabricated form (“customer metal”) or for purchase from or return to the supplier. When the customer metal is returned in fabricated form, the customer is charged a fabrication charge. The value of this customer metal is not included in the Company’s balance sheet.To the extent H&H is able to utilize customer precious metal in its production processes, such customer metal replaces the need for H&H to purchase its own inventory. As ofSeptember 30, 2013, H&H’s customer metal

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

consisted of280,832ounces of silver,553ounces of gold, and1,391ounces of palladium. As ofDecember 31, 2012, H&H’s customer metal consisted of208,433ounces of silver,541ounces of gold, and1,399ounces of palladium.

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Supplemental inventory information:
Precious metals stated at LIFO cost	$	9,443	$	5,460
Precious metals stated under non-LIFO cost methods, primarily at fair value	14,685		—
Market value per ounce:
Silver	21.81		30.20
Gold	1,339.00		1,675.40
Palladium	731.30		702.85

9. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, NET

A summary of property, plant and equipment, net is as follows:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Land	$	11,203		$	10,059
Buildings and improvements	52,191			52,983
Machinery, equipment and other	158,134			143,281
Construction in progress	12,132			10,059
	233,660			216,382
Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(55,155		)	(38,800		)
Net property, plant and equipment	$	178,505		$	177,582

Depreciation expense was $6,048 and $4,865 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and $17,491 and $12,219 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

10. GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES

A reconciliation of the change in the carrying value of goodwill by reportable segment is as follows:

	September 30, 2013
	Diversified			Energy		Corporate		Total
Balance at beginning of year	$	15,112		$	48,429	$	81	$	63,622
Acquisitions	14,111			6,071		—		20,182
Currency translation adjustment	6			—		—		6
Other adjustments (a)	(454		)	—		—		(454		)
Balance at end of period	$	28,775		$	54,500	$	81	$	83,356

(a) Represents final purchase price allocation adjustments, including a final working capital adjustment, associated with the prior year HNH acquisition of Hickman. For additional information, see Note 2 - "Acquisitions."

	December 31, 2012
	Diversified		Energy			Corporate		Total
Balance at beginning of year	$	11,838	$	24,837		$	81	$	36,756
BNS sale of SWH to Steel Excel	—		(24,836		)	—		(24,836		)
Acquisition of Steel Excel	—		48,468			—		48,468
Acquisition of Hickman	3,267		—			—		3,267
Other acquisitions	—		154			—		154
Impairment	—		(192		)	—		(192		)
Currency translation adjustment/other	7		(2		)	—		5
Balance at end of year	$	15,112	$	48,429		$	81	$	63,622

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

A summary of intangible assets other than goodwill is summarized as follows:

	September 30, 2013					December 31, 2012
	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net
Product and customer relationships	$	112,014	$	20,606	91,408	$	102,756	$	14,664	$	88,092
Trademarks	28,165		3,474		24,691	23,610		2,016		21,594
Patents and technology	19,265		5,270		13,995	19,025		4,063		14,962
Other	2,494		1,365		1,129	2,446		1,182		1,264
	$	161,938	$	30,715	131,223	$	147,837	$	21,925	$	125,912

Trademarks with indefinite lives as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 were $8,020. Amortization expense related to intangible assets was $3,052 and $3,158 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and was $8,852 and $7,540 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Future amortization expense of the intangible assets acquired in the Wolverine Joining acquisition (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions") is expected to total $200 for the remainder of 2013, $700 in each of the years 2014 through 2017, respectively, and $10,400 thereafter. These balances are subject to adjustment during the finalization of the purchase price allocation for the Wolverine Joining acquisition.

11. BANK DEPOSITS

A summary of WebBank deposits is as follows:

Time deposits year of maturity:	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
2013	$	4,498	$	25,838
2014	10,843		9,094
2015	14,279		14,264
2016	11,514		11,507
Total time deposits	41,134		60,703
Money market deposits	35,025		17,906
Total deposits (a)	$	76,159	$	78,609
Current	$	46,421	$	43,744
Long-term	29,738		34,865
Total deposits	$	76,159	$	78,609
Time deposit accounts under $100	$	38,903	$	53,897
Time deposit accounts $100 and over	2,231		6,806
Total time deposits	$	41,134	$	60,703

(a) The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of Deposits was $77,082 and $79,581 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

12. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Management Agreement

On May 11, 2012, SPLP, SPH Group LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of SPLP, and Steel Partners LLC ("SPLLC") entered into the Fourth Amended and Restated Management Agreement ("Management Agreement"), effective as of January 1, 2012, to, among other things, revise the compensation to be paid to SP General Services LLC (the "Manager") and to extend the term of the agreement. Effective January 1, 2012, the Manager receives a fee at an annual rate of 1.5% of total partner’s

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

capital ("Management Fee"), payable on the first day of each quarter and subject to quarterly adjustment. The Management Agreement will continue until December 31, 2013 and will be automatically renewed thereafter for successive one-year terms unless otherwise determined at least 60 days prior to each renewal date by a majority of the independent directors. The Management Agreement was amended further in October 2013 (see Note 21 - "Subsequent Events").

SPLP will bear (or reimburse the Manager with respect to) all its reasonable costs and expenses of the managed entities, the Manager, SPH GP or their affiliates, including but not limited to: legal, tax, accounting, auditing, consulting, administrative, compliance, investor relations costs related to being a public entity rendered for SPLP or SPH GP as well as expenses incurred by the Manager and SPH GP which are reasonably necessary for the performance by the Manager of its duties and functions under the Management Agreement and certain other expenses incurred by managers, officers, employees and agents of the Manager or its affiliates on behalf of SPLP. For the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Manager earned a Management Fee of $2,110 and $2,025, respectively and for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Manager earned a Management Fee of $6,129 and $5,327, respectively. The Management Fee is included in Selling General and Administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of operations. Unpaid amounts for management fees included in Payable to related parties were $2,110 and $2,097 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. The Manager incurred $211 and $216 of reimbursable expenses during the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and $770 and $968 of reimbursable expenses during the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 in connection with its provision of services under the Management Agreement. Unpaid amounts for reimbursable expenses were $180 and $573 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, and are included in Payable to related parties.

Corporate Services

On January 1, 2012, SPH Services, a new subsidiary of SPLP, was created to consolidate the executive and corporate functions of SPLP and certain of its affiliates, including SP Corporate Services LLC ("SP Corporate") and SPLLC, and to provide such services to other portfolio companies. SP Corporate, through Management Services Agreements with these companies, provides services which include assignment of C-Level management personnel, as well as a variety of services including legal, tax, accounting, treasury, consulting, auditing, administrative, compliance, environmental health and safety, human resources, marketing, investor relations and other similar services. The fees payable under these agreements are initially based on the level of services expected to be provided. They are subject to annual review and adjustment and are approved by the respective company's board of directors. The agreements automatically renew for successive one-year periods unless and until terminated in accordance with agreement. Under certain circumstances, the termination may result in payment of a termination fee to SP Corporate.

Consolidated subsidiaries that have agreements with SP Corporate include HNH, Steel Excel, SPLP, DGT, WebBank and BNS. Effective January 1, 2013, annual amounts to be billed to these companies are $8,885, $3,600, $3,000, $576, $250 and $204, respectively, and are eliminated in consolidation. In October 2013, SP Corporate entered into a management services agreement with iGo, Inc. for $372 per year (see Note 21 - "Subsequent Events").

In addition to its servicing agreements with SPLP and its consolidated subsidiaries, SP Corporate has management services agreements with other companies considered to be related parties, including CoSine, NOVT, Ore Holdings, Inc., Fox & Hound, J. Howard Inc., SL Industries, Inc. and Steel Partners, Ltd. SP Corporate will charge approximately $1,599 annually to these companies.

SPII Liquidating Trust

SPLP holds interests in the SPII Liquidating Trust, an entity that holds certain investments which it acquired in connection with the Exchange Transaction, which the Manager and its affiliate serve as the manager and liquidating trustee, respectively, without compensation other than reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses. The SPII Liquidating Trust has an investment in Steel Partners Japan Strategic Fund, L.P. and in Steel Partners China Access I L.P. See Note 4 -"Investments" for additional information.

In the second quarter of 2013, the SPII Liquidating Trust sold its remaining investments comprising Trust I to a related party, Steel Partners Ltd. The Company received proceeds of $764 representing its proportionate interest in the Trust. There was no gain or loss on the transaction.  

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Mutual Securities

Pursuant to the Management Agreement, the Manager was responsible for selecting executing brokers. Securities transactions for SPLP are allocated to brokers on the basis of reliability and best price and execution. The Manager has selected Mutual Securities as an introducing broker and may direct a substantial portion of the managed entities’ trades to such firm among others. An officer of the Manager and SPH GP is affiliated with Mutual Securities. The Manager only uses Mutual Securities when such use would not compromise the Manager’s obligation to seek best price and execution. SPLP has the right to pay commissions to Mutual Securities, which are higher than those that can be obtained elsewhere, provided that the Manager believes that the rates paid are competitive institutional rates. Mutual Securities also served as an introducing broker for SPLP’s trades. The Commissions paid by SPLP to Mutual securities were approximately $95 and $83 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and were approximately $311 and $188 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Such commissions are included in the net investment gains (losses) in the consolidated statements of operations. The portion of the commission paid to Mutual Securities ultimately received by such officer is net of clearing and other charges.

Other

On March 31, 2012, Steel Partners, Ltd. assigned its rights, obligations and title to its New York City office lease to SPH Services. In connection with the assignment, Steel Partners, Ltd. agreed to remit $3,286 to SPH Services, subject to adjustment, which represents the present value of the lease payment obligations over the fair value of the leased facilities. In addition, for a total consideration of $1,203, Steel Partners, Ltd. sold to SPH Services the fixed assets held by it relating to the New York City location, which includes furniture, equipment and leasehold improvements. The Company agreed to reimburse Steel Partners, Ltd. $254 for occupancy costs for the three months ended March 31, 2012. These amounts were settled with Steel Partners, Ltd in the third quarter of 2012.

SPLP has an arrangement whereby it holds an asset on behalf of a related party in which it has an investment. The asset had a fair value of $30,699 and $30,172 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. Under the terms of this arrangement, the related party is the sole beneficiary and SPLP does not have an economic interest in the asset and SPLP has no capital at risk with respect to such asset, other than indirectly through its indirect investment in such related party. No amounts related to this arrangement are recorded on the Consolidated balance sheet. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, SPLP was indirectly compensated for providing this arrangement by the payment of a fee. The fees were not material.

The Company’s non-management directors receive an annual retainer of $150, of which $75 is paid in cash and $75 is paid in restricted common units of SPLP. The restricted units vest over a three year period. These directors are also paid fees of $1 for each board committee meeting attended. The chairmen of the Audit Committee, Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee and Compensation Committee are paid an additional fee of $15, $5 and $5 annually, respectively. Effective May 1, 2013, the annual fee for the chairmen of the Audit Committee was increased to $60 annually. For the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 non-management directors’ fees expensed were $229 and $140, respectively and $627 and $425 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Unpaid non-management directors’ fees are included in Payable to related parties and were $42 and $44 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

At September 30, 2013, several related parties and consolidated subsidiaries had deposits totaling $25,601 in WebBank. These deposits earned $122 in interest through September 30, 2013. Interest of $34 has been eliminated in consolidation for the three months ended September 30, 2013, and deposits of $23,570 and interest of $115 has been eliminated in consolidation for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. At December 31, 2012, several related parties and consolidated subsidiaries had deposits totaling $27,559 in WebBank.

SPLP has an estimated liability of $116 as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 included in other current liabilities which, pursuant to the Amended Exchange Agreement, is indemnified by Steel Partners II (Onshore) LP (“SPII Onshore”). As a result, the Company recorded an amount receivable from SPII Onshore reported as Receivable from related parties in the consolidated balance sheet.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Deferred Fee Liability to Related Party

Pursuant to an assignment and assumption agreement effective as of July 15, 2009, SPLP assumed from Steel Partners II (Offshore) Ltd. (“SPII Offshore”), an entity previously affiliated with SPII, a liability due WGL Capital Corp. (the "Investment Manager") an affiliate of the Manager, pursuant to a deferred fee agreement (the “Deferred Fee Liability”), in the amount of $51,594. In exchange for assuming the liability, SPLP received consideration of equal value from SPII Offshore comprised of $4,487 in cash and 2,725,533 common units of SPLP (valued at $17.28 per common unit as determined in connection with the implementation of the Exchange Transaction) which are held by SPLP as treasury units.

The amount of the Deferred Fee Liability was indexed to the value of SPLP. The deferred fee was a fair value liability and increased or decreased quarterly by the same percentage as the increase or decrease in the index. The Deferred Fee Liability increased $11,448 in the nine months ended September 30, 2012, and is reported in the consolidated statements of operations as Deferred fee liability to related party-increase. On April 11, 2012 (the "Termination Date"), the Company and the Investment Manager terminated the Investor Services Agreement by mutual consent.  Instead of receiving the deferred fee in cash, the Investment Manager elected for the total amount to be paid in common units of the Company. For additional information see Note 15 - "Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)."

Investment Manager

SPLP is a party to an investor services agreement (the “Investor Services Agreement”) with the Investment Manager whereby the Investment Manager performed certain investor relations services on SPLP’s behalf and SPLP paid the Investment Manager a fee of $50 per year (the “Investor Services Fee”). The Management Fee payable to the Manager was offset and reduced on each payment date by the amount of the Investor Services Fee payable to the Investment Manager. The Investor Services Agreement was terminated in April of 2012 (see Note 15 - "Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)").The Investment Manager earned an Investor Services Fee of $0 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, and $0 and $13 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. There were no unpaid amounts for the Investor Services at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

13. DEBT AND CAPITAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS

Debt and capital lease obligations consists of the following:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Short term debt:
Foreign	$	509	$	778
3/4% Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes	346		346
Total short-term debt	855		1,124
Long-term debt - non related party:
Term Loans	185,844		115,000
Revolving Facility	38,800		15,340
10% Subordinated Notes, net of unamortized discount	—		9,049
Other debt - domestic	8,359		8,597
Foreign loan facilities	3,096		4,713
Total debt to non related party	236,099		152,699
Less portion due within one year	22,037		13,025
Long-term debt to non related party	214,062		139,674
Long-term debt - related party:
10% Subordinated Notes, net of unamortized discount	—		391
Total long-term debt	214,062		140,065
Total debt	$	236,954	$	154,214
Capital lease facility
Current portion of capital lease	$	937	$	1,039
Long-term portion of capital lease	865		1,645
	$	1,802	$	2,684

HNH Debt

Senior Credit Facility

On November 8, 2012, H&H Group entered into a $205,000 senior secured credit facility, consisting of a revolving credit facility ("Revolving Facility") in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $90,000 and a term loan ("Senior Term Loan") in an aggregate principal amount of $115,000 (collectively, "Senior Credit Facility"). On April 26, 2013, in connection with the acquisition of Wolverine Joining (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions"), HNH's Senior Credit Facility was amended, and on September 13, 2013, the Senior Credit Facility was further amended. These amendments, among other things, increased the lenders' commitments under the Revolving Facility to $160,000 and their commitments under the Senior Term Loan to $125,000, provided H&H Group with additional flexibility regarding its ability to utilize net cash proceeds from permitted asset sales, reset the amount of dividends and other distributions that may be made by H&H Group to HNH following the payment of $7,000 of previously declared dividends, and amended certain financial covenants and the amortization schedule of the term loan. The term loan, as amended, requires quarterly principal payments of $2,300 for the remainder of 2013, and $3,100, $3,900, $3,900 and $3,900 in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, respectively.

The facility will expire, with remaining outstanding balances due and payable, on November 8, 2017. The facility is guaranteed by substantially all existing and thereafter acquired or created domestic and Canadian wholly-owned subsidiaries of H&H Group. The Senior Credit Facility restricts H&H Group's ability to transfer cash or other assets to HNH, subject to certain exceptions including required pension payments to the WHX Corporation Pension Plan ("WHX Pension Plan"). Borrowings under the facility bear interest, at H&H Group's option, at a rate based on LIBOR or the Base Rate, as defined, plus an applicable margin as set forth in the loan agreement (2.75% and 1.75%, respectively, for LIBOR and Base Rate borrowings at September 30, 2013). The facility is subject to certain mandatory prepayment provisions and restrictive and financial covenants, which include a maximum ratio limit on Total Leverage and a minimum ratio limit on Fixed Charge Coverage, as defined, as well as a minimum liquidity level. The weighted-average interest rates on the Senior Term Loan and Revolving Facility were 3.10% and 3.04%, respectively,

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

at September 30, 2013, and HNH was in compliance with all debt covenants at September 30, 2013.

In connection with lending requirements under the Senior Credit Facility, H&H Group entered into an interest rate swap agreement in February 2013 to reduce its exposure to interest rate fluctuations. Under the interest rate swap, HNH receives one-month LIBOR in exchange for a fixed interest rate of 0.569% over the life of the agreement on an initial $56,400 notional amount of debt, with the notional amount decreasing by $1,100, $1,800 and $2,200 per quarter in 2013, 2014 and 2015, respectively. The agreement expires in February 2016. In connection with the amendments made to the Senior Credit Facility in connection with the Wolverine Joining acquisition, H&H Group entered into a second interest rate swap agreement in June 2013 to reduce its exposure to interest rate fluctuations. Under the interest rate swap, HNH receives one-month LIBOR in exchange for a fixed interest rate of 0.598% over the life of the agreement on an initial $5,000 notional amount of debt, with the notional amount decreasing by $100, $200 and $200 per quarter in 2013, 2014 and 2015, respectively. The agreement expires in February 2016.

Subordinated Notes

On March 26, 2013, H&H Group instructed Wells Fargo Bank, National Association ("Wells Fargo"), as trustee and collateral agent, to deliver an irrevocable notice of H&H Group's election to redeem all of its outstanding 10% subordinated secured notes due 2017 ("Subordinated Notes") to the holders of the Subordinated Notes. Pursuant to the terms of that certain amended and restated indenture, dated as of December 13, 2010, as amended ("Indenture"), by and among H&H Group, the guarantors named therein and Wells Fargo, as trustee and collateral agent, H&H Group has instructed Wells Fargo to redeem, on April 25, 2013, approximately $31,800 principal amount of Subordinated Notes, representing all of the outstanding Subordinated Notes, at a redemption price equal to 112.6% of the principal amount and accrued but unpaid payment-in-kind-interest thereof, plus accrued and unpaid cash interest. The Subordinated Notes are part of a unit ("Unit"), and each Unit consists of (i) Subordinated Notes and (ii) warrants to purchase shares of common stock of HNH ("Warrants"). The Subordinated Notes and Warrants which comprised the Unit were not detachable until October 14, 2013. Accordingly, all Units were also redeemed. On March 26, 2013, H&H Group irrevocably deposited with Wells Fargo funds totaling $36,900 for such redemption and interest payment in order to satisfy and discharge its obligations under the Indenture from both a legal and accounting perspective. Interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2013 included a $5,700 loss associated with the redemption of the Subordinated Notes, including the redemption premium and the write-off of remaining deferred finance costs and unamortized debt discounts.

Steel Excel Debt

On July 3, 2013, Steel Excel's energy business entered into a credit agreement (the “Energy Credit Agreement”) with Wells Fargo Bank National Association, RBS Citizens, N.A., and Comerica Bank. The Energy Credit Agreement provided for a borrowing capacity of $80,000 consisting of a $70,000 secured term loan (the “Term Loan”) that was fully drawn by Steel Excel's energy business on July 3, 2013, and up to $10,000 in revolving loans (the “Revolving Loans”) subject to a borrowing base of 85% of the eligible accounts receivable. Borrowings under the Energy Credit Agreement are collateralized by substantially all the assets of Steel Energy and its wholly-owned subsidiaries Sun Well Service, Inc. ("Sun Well") and Rogue Pressure Services, Inc. ("Rogue"), and a pledge of all of the issued and outstanding shares of capital stock of Sun Well and Rogue, and are fully guaranteed by Sun Well and Rogue. The proceeds of the Term Loan at closing, along with proceeds from intercompany loans to Steel Energy from Sun Well and Rogue, were used to pay Steel Excel a dividend of $80,000 and certain fees and expenses related to the Energy Credit Agreement. Steel Excel incurred fees totaling approximately $1,100 in connection with the Energy Credit Agreement that are being amortized over the life of the arrangement as a component of interest expense. The Energy Credit Agreement has a five-year term, with the Term Loan amortizing in quarterly installments of $2,500 and a balloon payment due on the maturity date. At September 30, 2013, $67,500 was outstanding under the Term Loan and no amount was outstanding under the Revolving Loans.

Borrowings under the Energy Credit Agreement bear interest at annual rates of either (i) the Base Rate plus an applicable margin of 1.50% to 2.25% or (ii) LIBOR plus an applicable margin of 2.50% to 3.25%. The “Base Rate” is the greatest of (i) the prime lending rate, (ii) the Federal Funds Rate plus 0.5%, and (iii) the one-month LIBOR plus 1.0%. The applicable margin for both Base Rate and LIBOR is determined based on the leverage ratio calculated in accordance with the Energy Credit Agreement. LIBOR-based borrowings are available for interest periods of one, three, or six months. In addition, Steel Excel is required to pay commitment fees of between 0.375% and 0.50% per annum on the daily unused amount of the Revolving Loans. For the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2013, Steel Excel incurred interest expense of $700 in connection with the Energy Credit Agreement, consisting of $500 in interest on the Term Loans and $200 of amortization of deferred financing fees.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

The Energy Credit Agreement contains certain financial covenants, including (i) a leverage ratio not to exceed 3.00:1 for quarterly periods through June 15, 2015, 2.75:1 for quarterly periods through June 30, 2017, and 2.5:1 thereafter and (ii) a fixed charge coverage ratio of 1.15:1 for quarterly periods through December 31, 2016, and 1.25:1 thereafter. The Energy Credit Agreement also contains standard representations, warranties and covenants, including, among other things, covenants relating to (i) financial reporting and notification, (ii) payment of obligations, (iii) compliance with law, (iv) maintenance of properties and (v) payment of restricted payments. The repayment of the Term Loan can be accelerated upon (i) a change in control, which would include Steel Energy owning less than 100% of the equity of Sun Well or Rogue or SPLP owning, directly or indirectly, less than 35% of Steel Excel's energy business or (ii) other events of default, including payment failure, false representations, covenant breaches, and bankruptcy.

Sun Well Debt

Sun Well, a wholly owned operating subsidiary of Steel Excel, previously had a credit agreement (the "Sun Well Credit Agreement") with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, that included a term loan of $20,000 and a revolving line of credit for up to $5,000. All amounts due under the Sun Well Credit Agreement were fully repaid in the first nine months of 2013 and the facility was terminated as of July 3, 2013, upon closing of the Energy Credit Agreement. For the nine months ended September 30, 2013, Steel Excel incurred interest expense of $300 in connection with the Sun Well Credit Agreement. Upon termination of the Sun Well Credit Agreement, the Company recognized a loss on extinguishment of $500 from the write off of unamortized deferred financing costs, which was reported as a component of Other income in the consolidated statements of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

14. PENSION BENEFIT PLANS

The following table presents the components of pension expense and components of other post-retirement benefit (income) expense for the HNH pension plans included the following:

	Pension Benefits
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Interest cost	$	4,639		$	5,503		$	13,954		$	16,238
Expected return on plan assets	(5,976		)	(6,765		)	(17,988		)	(20,255		)
Amortization of actuarial loss	1,196			875			3,863			2,140
Total	$	(141	)	$	(387	)	$	(171	)	$	(1,877	)

The actuarial loss occurred principally because the investment returns on the assets of the HNH pension plans have been lower than the actuarial assumptions. The actuarial losses are being amortized over the average future lifetime of the participants, which is expected to be approximately 21 years. HNH believes that the future lifetime of the participants is appropriate because the plan is completely inactive.

HNH expects to have required minimum contributions to the WHX Pension Plan of $2,800 for the remainder of 2013, $22,500, $21,300, $18,200, $17,100 and $49,000 in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and for the five years thereafter, respectively. Required future contributions are determined based upon assumptions such as discount rates on future obligations, assumed rates of return on plan assets and legislative changes. Pension costs and required funding obligations will be affected by changes in the factors and assumptions described in the previous sentence, as well as other changes such as any plan termination.

In addition to its pension plans, which are included in the table above, HNH also maintains several other post-retirement benefit plans covering certain of its employees and retirees. The approximate aggregate expense for these plans was $400 and $500 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and $1,400 and $1,500 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

15. CAPITAL AND ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

The Company has two classes of common units - Class A and Class B.  Class B common units are identical to a Class A common unit, and the holder of a Class B common unit has all the rights of a holder of a Class A common unit with respect to, without limitation, Partnership distributions and allocations of income, gain, loss or deductions, except that they may not be

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

sold in the public market until the capital account allocable to such Class B common units is equal to the capital account allocable to the Class A common units.  At September 30, 2013 there were 22,715,491 Class A units and 6,939,647 Class B units outstanding. At December 31, 2012 there were 23,846,453 Class A units and 6,939,647 Class B units outstanding.

Common Units Issuance - Directors

In 2012 and 2011 the Company's non-management directors received equity compensation in the amount of $75 each year in the form of restricted common units of the Company. The restrictions vest over a three year period, with one-third of the units vesting on the anniversary date of the grants. The total value of the restricted units granted was $375 in 2012 and 2011. Total expense for the restricted units issued was approximately $104 and $31 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and $250 and $93 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Common Units Issuance - Deferred Fee Liability

On April 11, 2012, the Company and the Investment Manager terminated the Investor Services Agreement by mutual consent. As a result, the full amount of the Deferred Fee Liability became immediately payable. Instead of receiving the deferred fee in cash, the Investment Manager elected for the total amount to be paid in common units of the Company.  Under the Deferred Fee Agreement, the number of common units issued is determined by applying a 15% discount to the market price of the common units, which represents the fair value of the common units giving effect to the discount for lack of marketability.  As a result, on April 11 and May 11, 2012, 6,403,002 and 536,645 class B common units, respectively, were issued to the Investment Manager. In connection with the termination of the Investor Services Agreement, the Investment Manager agreed not to sell any of the common units issued as payment for the deferred fee during the one year period following the Termination Date.

Common Unitholders — Allocation of Net Income (Loss)

For each period presented net (loss) income attributable to common unit holders is allocated to the common unitholders on a pro rata basis based on the number of units held.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

Changes, net of tax, in Accumulated other comprehensive loss are as follows:

	Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities			Cumulative translation adjustment			Change in net pension and other benefit obligations			Total
Balance at December 31, 2012	$	44,521		$	(1,863	)	$	(60,520	)	$	(17,862	)
Current period other comprehensive gain	44,435			952			468			45,855
Reclassification adjustments, net of tax (a)	(13,257		)	(2,566		)	—			(15,823		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	75,699		$	(3,477	)	$	(60,052	)	$	12,170

(a) Includes a reclassification of unrealized gain to Other income of $1,834, a reclassification of net unrealized gain of $10,432 (net of tax of $1,900) to (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of tax and a reclassification of $991 to Net investment (losses) gains.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, the impact on comprehensive income related to companies accounted for under the traditional equity method was $0 and $1, respectively. At September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, Accumulated other comprehensive loss includes amounts for these companies of $0 and $1, respectively, for unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012, there was no impact on comprehensive income related to companies accounted for under the traditional equity method.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated Entities

Noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 represent the interests held by the noncontrolling shareholders of the BNS Liquidating Trust, HNH, DGT and Steel Excel.

Incentive Compensation

Effective January 1, 2012, the Manager was granted incentive units which may entitle the Manager to receive Class B common units of SPLP upon the attainment of specified thresholds. The number of incentive units granted is equal to 100% of the sum of the common units outstanding. On the last day of each fiscal year SPLP will issue to the Manager Class B common units equal to a percentage of the incentive units, based on the specified thresholds.  If the performance measurements are not met, no units will be issued. The incentive units are measured and paid on an annual basis and are accrued on a quarterly basis. Accordingly, the expense accrued will be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the incentive unit calculation at the end of each quarter. Incentive unit expense of $14,313, representing approximately 952,947 units, was recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations with a corresponding amount recorded in partners' capital for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. The incentive unit expense adjustment was $7,536 for the three months ended September 30, 2013. There was no incentive unit expense recorded for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012.

16. NET INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON UNIT

The following data was used in computing net (loss) income per common unit shown in the consolidated statements of operations:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(12,730	)	$	7,861		$	(2,426	)	$	51,782
Restricted stock expense	—			31			—			93
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	(3,747		)	(5,074		)	(11,627		)	(12,878		)
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(16,477		)	2,818			(14,053		)	38,997
Income from discontinued operations	2,148			1,208			5,579			5,932
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	(1,117		)	(508		)	(2,825		)	(2,798		)
	1,031			700			2,754			3,134
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(15,446	)	$	3,518		$	(11,299	)	$	42,131
Net (loss) income per common unit - basic:
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Net (loss) income per common unit – diluted:
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Weighted average common units outstanding - basic	29,663,204			31,814,312			30,015,739			29,402,343
Unvested restricted stock	—			27,175			—			27,175
Denominator for net income per common unit - diluted (a)	29,663,204			31,841,487			30,015,739			29,429,518

(a) The following were excluded from the diluted per unit calculation as their impact would have been anti-dilutive; Approximately 457,548 and 591,294 incentive units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013,

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

respectively. Approximately 77,896 unvested restricted stock units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

17. SEGMENT INFORMATION

SPLP’s reportable segments consist of Diversified Industrial, Energy, Financial Services and Corporate and Other which are managed separately and offer different products and services.

Diversified Industrial

As of September 30, 2013, the Diversified Industrial segment for financial reporting purposes consists of HNH, which is a consolidated subsidiary, and JPS and SLI, which are associated companies. HNH is a diversified holding company that owns a variety of manufacturing operations encompassing joining materials, tubing, engineered materials, electronic materials and cutting replacement products and services businesses. BNS' 2012 results have been reclassified from the Diversified Industrial segment to the Energy segment (see below) for comparability.

Energy

SPLP's Energy segment consists of its consolidated subsidiary Steel Excel, which was acquired on May 31, 2012, and BNS Holding, Inc. (“BNS”). For comparability, BNS' results for 2012 (from January, 2012 through June 30, 2012), have been reclassified from the Diversified Industrial segment to the Energy segment since the results of BNS for such period includes the results of Sun Well, an oil field services company, prior to its sale to Steel Excel.

• Steel Excel owns several oil field services companies, providing premium well services to exploration and production (“E&P”) companies operating primarily in the Williston Basin in North Dakota and eastern Montana. Steel Excel also has a sports business ("Steel Sports"). The operations of Steel Sports are not considered material and are included in the Energy segment. Steel Excel was previously accounted for as an associated company at fair value prior to SPLP increasing its ownership over 50%.

• BNS had no operations as of June 1, 2012 due to the sale of Sun Well to Steel Excel on May 31, 2012 (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions"). BNS' results include the operations of Sun Well prior to the sale of Sun Well to Steel Excel on May 31, 2012.

Financial Services

The Financial Services segment primarily consists of our wholly owned subsidiary WebBank, which operates in niche banking markets. WebBank provides commercial and consumer loans and services. WebBank’s deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC"), and the bank is examined and regulated by the FDIC and Utah Department of Financial Institutions ("UDFI").

Corporate and Other

The Corporate and Other segment consists of several consolidated subsidiaries as well as various investments and cash and cash equivalents. Corporate assets, revenues and overhead expenses are not allocated to the segments. Corporate revenues primarily consist of investment and other income, investment gains and losses and rental income. As of September 30, 2013, the Corporate and other segment had investments in available-for-sale securities, the SPII Liquidating Trust, associated companies accounted for under the equity method and cash and cash equivalents. Below is additional information related to the consolidated businesses and certain investments included in the Corporate and Other segment:

Consolidated businesses:

• SPH services provides legal, tax, accounting, treasury, consulting, auditing, administration, compliance, environmental health and safety, human resources, marketing, investor relations and similar services, to other affiliated companies. SPH Services charged the Diversified Industrial, Energy and Financial Services segments approximately $2,200, $900, and $63, for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and approximately $2,745, $450 and $63, for the three

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

months ended September 30, 2012. SPH Services charged the Diversified Industrial, Energy and Financial Services segments approximately $6,600, $2,700 and $188, for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and approximately $8,235, $1,100 and $188, for the nine months ended September 30, 2012. These amounts are eliminated in consolidation.

• DGT's current operations are the leasing and management of two facilities, one of which is classified as held for sale as of September 30, 2013, that were not included in the assets sold to the new owners of Villa and RFI. In addition to management of the real estate business, DGT's business is expected to consist primarily of capital redeployment and identification of new profitable operations where it can utilize its existing working capital and maximize the use of the Company’s net operating losses.

• The BNS Liquidating Trust is part of the Corporate and Other segment from July 1, 2012.

Equity Method Investments include, CoSine, Fox & Hound, the SPII Liquidating Trust investments and other associated company investments (see Note 4 - "Investments" for additional information).

Segment information is presented below:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Revenue:
Diversified industrial	$	171,874		$	144,629		$	502,915		$	453,445
Energy	31,844			34,293			87,571			65,919
Financial services	7,162			5,384			20,742			13,519
Corporate and other	(143		)	(601		)	2,067			15,794
Total	$	210,737		$	183,705		$	613,295		$	548,677
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:
Diversified industrial	$	10,782		$	10,287		$	50,301		$	32,306
Energy	3,007			6,208			8,463			23,470
Financial services	4,731			3,229			13,167			7,595
Corporate and other	(23,887		)	(9,617		)	(58,280		)	2,777
(Loss) Income from continuing operations before income taxes	(5,367		)	10,107			13,651			66,148
Income tax provision	7,363			2,246			16,077			14,366
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(12,730	)	$	7,861		$	(2,426	)	$	51,782
(Loss) Income from equity method investments:
Diversified industrial	$	(4,005	)	$	1,684		$	11,197		$	(1,298	)
Energy	(137		)	—			(217		)	13,139
Corporate and other	(10,412		)	(4,333		)	(22,679		)	5,119
Total	$	(14,554	)	$	(2,649	)	$	(11,699	)	$	16,960

18. INCOME TAXES

For the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded a tax provision of $7,363 and $2,246, respectively. For the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded a tax provision of $16,077 and $14,366, respectively. The Company’s tax provision represents the income tax expense or benefit of its consolidated subsidiaries. The Company's consolidated subsidiaries have recorded deferred tax valuation allowances to the extent that they believe it is more likely than not that the benefits of the deferred tax assets will not be realized in future periods.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

19. REGULATORY MATTERS

SPLP

The Company historically has conducted its business so as not to be deemed an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Act”). The Company filed with the SEC a request for an order under the Act to provide the additional time for the Company to restructure its holdings so as not to be required to register as an investment company under the Act. Under the terms of the requested order, the Company is required to undertake transactions consistent with certain qualitative tests related to the Company’s assets and/or income and to refrain from trading for short-term speculative purposes. The Company is required to meet these tests (or otherwise not be subject to the Act) within one year following the order date. On May 23, 2012, the SEC granted the Company's request for an order. If the Company is unable to bring itself into conformity with the relevant tests within the relief period and is unable to otherwise remain outside of the Act’s registration requirement, the Company would be forced to register as an investment company or seek other alternatives, such as making significant changes to the Company’s business model to avoid investment company registration. Such significant changes could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s performance.

WebBank

WebBank is subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on WebBank’s financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, WebBank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of its assets, liabilities, and certain off-balance sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. WebBank’s capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings, and other factors.

Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require WebBank to maintain minimum amounts and ratios of Total and Tier 1 capital (as defined in the regulations) to risk-weighted assets (as defined), and of Tier I capital (as defined) to average quarterly assets (as defined). As of September 30, 2013, WebBank exceeded all the capital adequacy requirements to which it is subject.

As of September 30, 2013, WebBank was categorized as well-capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. There are no conditions or events, since the most recent FDIC notification, which have changed WebBank’s prompt corrective action category. To remain categorized as well-capitalized, WebBank will have to maintain minimum total risk-based, Tier 1 risk-based, and Tier 1 leverage capital.

20. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Environmental Matters

As discussed in more detail below, HNH and BNS have been designated as potentially responsible parties ("PRPs") by federal and state agencies with respect to certain sites with which they may have had direct or indirect involvement. These claims are in various stages of administrative or judicial proceedings and include demands for recovery of past governmental costs and for future investigations and remedial actions. In many cases, the dollar amounts of the claims have not been specified and, with respect to a number of the PRP claims, have been asserted against a number of other entities for the same cost recovery or other relief as was asserted against the HNH and BNS. The Company accrues costs associated with environmental matters, on an undiscounted basis, when they become probable and reasonably estimable. As of September 30, 2013, and December 31, 2012, on a consolidated basis, the Company has accrued $3,703 and $7,320, respectively, which represents its current estimate of the probable cleanup liabilities, including remediation and legal costs. In addition, the Company has insurance coverage available for several of these matters and believes that excess insurance coverage may be available as well. 

Estimates of the Company's liability for remediation of a particular site and the method and ultimate cost of remediation require a number of assumptions that are inherently difficult to make, and the ultimate outcome may be materially different from current estimates.

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

HNH Environmental Matters

Certain subsidiaries of H&H Group have existing and contingent liabilities relating to environmental matters, including capital expenditures, costs of remediation and potential fines and penalties relating to possible violations of national and state environmental laws. Those subsidiaries have substantial remediation expenses on an ongoing basis, although such costs are continually being readjusted based upon the emergence of new techniques and alternative methods. HNH had approximately $2,500 accrued related to estimated environmental remediation costs as of September 30, 2013. In addition, HNH has insurance coverage available for several of these matters and believes that excess insurance coverage may be available as well. During the quarter ended September 30, 2013, HNH recorded an insurance reimbursement receivable of $1,100 for previously incurred remediation costs. Based upon information currently available, the H&H Group subsidiaries do not expect their respective environmental costs, including the incurrence of additional fines and penalties, if any, will have a material adverse effect on them or that the resolution of these environmental matters will have a material adverse effect on the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of such subsidiaries or HNH, but there can be no such assurances. HNH anticipates that the H&H Group subsidiaries will pay any such amounts out of their respective working capital, although there is no assurance that they will have sufficient funds to pay them. In the event that the H&H Group subsidiaries are unable to fund their liabilities, claims could be made against their respective parent companies, including H&H Group and/or HNH, for payment of such liabilities.

In addition, certain subsidiaries of H&H Group have been identified as PRPs under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act ("CERCLA") or similar state statutes at sites and are parties to administrative consent orders in connection with certain properties. Those subsidiaries may be subject to joint and several liabilities imposed by CERCLA on PRPs. Due to the technical and regulatory complexity of remedial activities and the difficulties attendant in identifying PRPs and allocating or determining liability among them, the subsidiaries are unable to reasonably estimate the ultimate cost of compliance with such laws.

Among the sites where certain subsidiaries of H&H Group may have existing and material environmental liabilities are the following:

H&H has been working with the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection ("CTDEP") with respect to its obligations under a 1989 consent order that applies to a property in Connecticut that H&H sold in 2003 ("Sold Parcel") and an adjacent parcel ("Adjacent Parcel") that together with the Sold Parcel comprises the site of a former H&H manufacturing facility. Remediation of all soil conditions on the Sold Parcel was completed on April 6, 2007. On September 11, 2008, the CTDEP advised H&H that it had approved H&H's December 28, 2007 Soil Remediation Action Report, as amended, thereby concluding the active remediation of the Sold Parcel. The remaining remediation and monitoring costs for the Sold Parcel are expected to approximate $100. With respect to the Adjacent Parcel, H&H has been conducting an ecological risk assessment and an environmental field investigation in order to assess viable remediation options. The total remediation costs for the Adjacent Parcel cannot be reasonably estimated at this time. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that the resolution of this matter will not be material to the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of H&H or HNH.

In 1986, HHEM entered into an administrative consent order ("ACO") with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection ("NJDEP") with regard to certain property that it purchased in 1984 in New Jersey. The ACO involves investigation and remediation activities to be performed with regard to soil and groundwater contamination. Thereafter, in 1998, HHEM and H&H settled a case brought by the local municipality in regard to this site and also settled with certain of its insurance carriers. HHEM is actively remediating the property and continuing to investigate effective methods for achieving compliance with the ACO. A remedial investigation report was filed with the NJDEP in December 2007. By letter dated December 12, 2008, the NJDEP issued its approval with respect to additional investigation and remediation activities discussed in the December 2007 remedial investigation report. HHEM anticipates entering into discussions with the NJDEP to address that agency's potential natural resource damage claims, the ultimate scope and cost of which cannot be estimated at this time. Pursuant to a settlement agreement with the former owner/operator of the site, the responsibility for site investigation and remediation costs, as well as any other costs, as defined in the settlement agreement, related to or arising from environmental contamination on the property (collectively, "Costs") are contractually allocated 75% to the former owner/operator (with separate guaranties by the two joint venture partners of the former owner/operator for 37.5% each) and 25% jointly to HHEM and H&H after the first $1,000. The $1,000 was paid solely by the former owner/operator. As of September 30, 2013, over and above the $1,000, total investigation and remediation costs of approximately $3,300 and $1,000 have been expended by the former owner/operator and HHEM, respectively, in accordance with the settlement agreement. Additionally, HHEM is currently being reimbursed indirectly through insurance coverage for a portion of the Costs for which HHEM is responsible. HHEM believes that there is additional excess insurance coverage, which it intends to pursue as necessary. HHEM anticipates that there will be additional remediation expenses to be incurred once a final remediation

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(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

plan is agreed upon. There is no assurance that the former owner/operator or guarantors will continue to timely reimburse HHEM for expenditures and/or will be financially capable of fulfilling their obligations under the settlement agreement and the guaranties. The additional Costs cannot be reasonably estimated at this time, and accordingly, there can be no assurance that the resolution of this matter will not be material to the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of HHEM or HNH.

In August 2006, H&H received a notice letter from the United States Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") formally naming H&H as a PRP at a superfund site in Massachusetts ("Superfund Site"). H&H is part of a group of thirteen other PRPs ("PRP Group") that work cooperatively regarding remediation of the Superfund Site. On June 13, 2008, H&H executed a participation agreement, consent decree and settlement trust that all of the other PRPs have signed as well. The PRP Group has both chemical and radiological PRPs. H&H is a chemical PRP; not a radiological PRP. The remediation of radiological contamination at the Superfund Site, under the direction of the Department of Energy, has been completed and a final status survey was submitted to the EPA in August 2012. The final status survey was approved by the EPA, and the PRPs have had access to the Superfund Site since November 2012. Since that time, work on behalf of the chemical PRPs has been on-going and estimates for the final remediation costs were calculated. H&H's total assessed share for the remaining remediation was $2,200, which was paid in August 2013. H&H's financial guarantee for this matter was removed following payment receipt. The remediation is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2014. There is still a possibility that some radiological contaminated soil may become the responsibility of the chemical PRPs, which could result in an additional, maximum assessment of approximately $200 based on current estimates. In addition, during the excavation process, additional contaminated soil and constituents were found that resulted in increased costs, and similar findings could arise again as remediation activities continue. Because the assessment is an estimate and dependent upon several factors, including actual remediation activities and costs, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection ("MADEP") and EPA oversight costs, and continued collaboration and financial support from the town of Attleboro, the party responsible for the subsequent operations and maintenance activities at the Superfund Site, there can be no assurance that final resolution of this matter will not be material to the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of H&H or HNH.

HHEM is continuing to comply with a 1987 consent order from the MADEP to investigate and remediate the soil and groundwater conditions at a commercial/industrial property in Massachusetts. On June 30, 2010, HHEM filed a Response Action Outcome ("RAO") report to close the site since HHEM's licensed site professional concluded that groundwater monitoring demonstrated that the groundwater conditions have stabilized or continue to improve at the site. On June 20, 2013, HHEM received the MADEP's Notice of Audit Findings and Notice of Noncompliance ("Notice"). HHEM and its consultant met with the MADEP on July 29, 2013 to resolve any differences identified in the Notice. As a result of that meeting and subsequent discussions, HHEM will conduct additional sampling, site investigations and install another off-site well. Once the additional work is completed and assessed, HHEM will submit a follow-up response letter to the MADEP in January 2014. The cost of this additional work is estimated at $200. Additional costs could result from these testing activities and final acceptance of the remediation plan by the MADEP, which cannot be reasonably estimated at this time.

BNS Sub Environmental Matters

On August 12, 2008, a then-subsidiary of BNS (“BNS Sub”) was identified as a PRP by the EPA as an alleged drum reconditioning customer (PRP) of New England Container Corp. (“NECC”). BNS Sub is presently investigating the matter and has joined a group of other alleged NECC drum reconditioning customers. The NECC drum reconditioning PRP's have incurred and will continue to incur costs in the investigation and each PRP has been assessed a pro-rata fee for its cost share of the assessment. BNS Sub believes that it has an adequate environmental liability accrual associated with the site, which is reflected in the remediation estimate discussed above. The liability accrual is part of the Liquidating Trust formed by BNS.

On June 4, 2013 BNS LLC was identified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) as a potentially responsible party (“PRP”) as an alleged waste generator that disposed of wastes at the Operable Unit Two of the Peterson/Puritan, Inc. Superfund Site which includes the J.M. Mills Landfill in Cumberland, RI,.  BNS LLC is currently investigating the matter and has joined a group of other alleged “Potentially Responsible Parties.”

Litigation Matters

HNH Litigation Matters

In the ordinary course of business, HNH is subject to periodic lawsuits, investigations, claims and proceedings, including, but not limited to, contractual disputes, employment, environmental, health and safety matters, as well as claims associated with

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

HNH's historical acquisitions and divestitures. There is insurance coverage available for many of the foregoing actions. Although HNH cannot predict with certainty the ultimate resolution of lawsuits, investigations, claims and proceedings asserted against it, they do not believe any currently pending legal proceeding to which they are a party will have a material adverse effect on their business, prospects, financial condition, cash flows, results of operations or liquidity.

BNS Litigation Matters

BNS Sub has been named as a defendant in 1,220 and 1,160 alleged asbestos-related toxic-tort claims as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. The claims were filed over a period beginning 1994 through September 30, 2013. In many cases these claims involved more than 100 defendants. Of the claims filed, 1,008 and 926 were dismissed, settled or granted summary judgment and closed as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. Of the claims settled, the average settlement was less than $3. There remained 212 and 234 pending asbestos claims as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. There can be no assurance that the number of future claims and the related costs of defense, settlements or judgments will be consistent with the experience to date of existing claims.

BNS Sub has insurance policies covering asbestos-related claims for years beginning 1974 through 1988 with estimated aggregate coverage limits of $183,000, with $2,282 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 in estimated remaining self insurance retention (deductible). There is evidence of secondary coverage from 1970 to 1973 although there is no assurance that the insurers will recognize that the coverage was in place. Policies issued for BNS Sub beginning in 1989 contained exclusions related to asbestos. Under certain circumstances, some of the settled claims may be reopened. Also, there may be a significant delay in receipt of notification by BNS Sub of the entry of a dismissal or settlement of a claim or the filing of a new claim. BNS Sub believes it has significant defenses to any liability for toxic-tort claims on the merits. None of these toxic-tort claims has gone to trial and, therefore, there can be no assurance that these defenses will prevail. In addition, there can be no assurance that the number of future claims and the related costs of defense, settlements or judgments will be consistent with the experience to date of existing claims; and, that BNS Sub will not need to increase significantly its estimated liability for the costs to settle these claims to an amount that could have a material effect on the consolidated financial statements.

BNS Sub annually receives retroactive billings or credits from its insurance carriers for any increase or decrease in claims accruals as claims are filed, settled or dismissed, or as estimates of the ultimate settlement and defense costs for the then-existing claims are revised. As of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 BNS Sub has accrued $1,203 and $1,020 relating to the open and active claims against BNS Sub. This accrual represents BNS's best estimate of the likely costs to defend against or settle these claims by BNS Sub beyond the amounts accrued by the insurance carriers and previously funded, through the retroactive billings by BNS Sub. However, there can be no assurance that BNS Sub will not need to take additional charges in connection with the defense, settlement or judgment of these existing claims or that the costs of future claims and the related costs of defense, settlements or judgments will be consistent with the experience to date relating to existing claims. These claims are now being managed by the Liquidating Trust formed by BNS.

21. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

On October 10, 2013, the Company, SPH Group LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, and the Manager entered into the Fifth Amended and Restated Management Agreement, effective as of May 11, 2012, to clarify the manner in which the annual incentive fee is calculated and paid to the Manager.

On October 10, 2013, SPH GP entered into the Fourth Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of the Company to reflect certain clarifications, including changes consistent with the revisions to the Fifth Amended and Restated Management Agreement, which include the creation of a new class of partnership securities.

On October 10, 2013, iGo, Inc. (“iGo”) entered into a Management Services Agreement (the “Management Services Agreement”) with SP Corporate, effective as of October 1, 2013. Pursuant to the Management Services Agreement, SP Corporate will provide iGo with executive and corporate services.

On October 23, 2013 the Company entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Credit Facility”) with PNC Bank, National Association (“PNC”), as administrative agent for the lenders thereunder. The Credit Facility provides for a revolving credit facility with borrowing availability of up to $50,000 which the Company may use for its working capital and investment needs and for the reimbursement of letters of credit. Amounts outstanding under the Credit Facility bear interest at LIBOR plus 1.00%,

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

(dollars in thousands except per unit data)

and are collateralized by first priority security interests of certain of the Company's deposit accounts and publicly traded securities. The Credit Facility contains customary affirmative and negative covenants, including a minimum cash balance covenant, and customary events of default. All amounts outstanding under the Credit Facility are due and payable in full on October 23, 2016.

Acquisition by Steel Excel

On October 29, 2013, a newly-formed, wholly owned subsidiary of Steel Excel's energy business entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement (the “Asset Purchase Agreement”) to acquire substantially all of the assets of Black Hawk Energy Services, Inc. (“Black Hawk”) for $60,000 in cash. Closing of Asset Purchase Agreement is subject to several closing conditions, including that there has been no material adverse effect on the condition of Black Hawk, consent, if necessary, of the lenders under the Energy Credit Agreement, certain employees of Black Hawk accepting employment, and satisfaction of certain employment matters requirements. In connection with the Asset Purchase Agreement, Steel Excel's energy business will execute a guaranty at closing that guarantees the payment obligations, if any, of its newly-formed subsidiary after the closing.

22. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA

The following table reflects the discontinued operations described in Note 3 - "Discontinued Operations" and the measurement period adjustments described in Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation".

						Net Income From Continuing Operations Attributable to Common Unit Holders									Net Income Attributable to Common Unit Holders
Quarter	Revenue		Net Income (Loss) From Continuing Operations			Per Common Unit Basic Attributable to Common Unit Holders			Per Common Unit Diluted			Net Income (Loss)			Per Common Unit Basic			Per Common Unit Diluted
2012
First	$	163,346	$	45,851		$	1.74		$	1.74		$	45,970		$	1.83		$	1.83
Second	201,626		(1,930		)	(0.25		)	(0.25		)	(7,419		)	(0.24		)	(0.24		)
Third	183,705		7,861			0.09			0.09			3,487			0.11			0.11
Fourth	162,909		655			(0.13		)	(0.13		)	(1,020		)	(0.03		)	(0.03		)
	$	711,586	$	52,437								$	41,018

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Item 2.  Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Resultsof Operations

As used in this Form 10-Q, unless the context otherwise requires the terms “we,” “us,” “our,” “SPLP” and the “Company” refer to Steel Partners Holdings L.P., a Delaware limited partnership.

The following discussion is intended to assist you in understanding our present business and the results of operations together with our present financial condition. This section should be read in conjunction with our Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying notes contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, along with our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012.

All monetary amounts used in this discussion are in thousands except common unit and share amounts.

Overview

We are a global diversified holding company that engages in multiple businesses through consolidated subsidiaries, associated companies and other interests. We have interests in a variety of businesses, including diversified industrial products, energy, defense, supply chain management and logistics, banking, food products and services, sports, training, education, and the entertainment and lifestyle industries. The securities of some of the companies in which we have interests are traded on national securities exchanges, while others are privately held or less liquid. We seek to work with our companies to increase corporate value over the long term for all stakeholders and shareholders by implementing Steel Partners Operational Excellence programs, the Steel Partners Purchasing Council, Steel Partners Corporate Services, balance sheet improvements, capital allocation policies and growth initiatives.

Segment Information

The Company’s reportable segments are outlined in the table below. Additional detail related to each one of the Company's reportable segments can be found in the "Diversified Industrial," "Energy", "Financial Services" and "Corporate" sections later in this Management's Discussion and Analysis.

Diversified Industrial	Energy	Financial Services	Corporate
Handy & Harman Ltd. ("HNH") (1)	Steel Excel Inc. ("Steel Excel") (1)	WebBank (1)	SPH Services, Inc. ("SPH Services") (1)
SL Industries, Inc. ("SLI") (2)	BNS Holding, Inc. ("BNS") (1), (3)		DGT Holdings Corp. ("DGT") (1)
JPS Industries, Inc. ("JPS") (2)			BNS Holdings Liquidating Trust ("BNS Liquidating Trust") (1), (3)
			CoSine Communications, Inc. ("CoSine")(2)
			Fox & Hound Acquisition Corp. ("Fox & Hound") (2)
			SPII Liquidating Trust (2)
			Other Investments (4)

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(1) Consolidated subsidiary

(2) Equity method investment

(3) The operations of BNS are included in the Energy segment through June 30, 2012. The results of the BNS Liquidating Trust are included in the Corporate and Other segment from July 1, 2012.

(4) Other investments classified in Corporate and Other include various investments in available-for-sale securities in the Computer Software and Services, Aerospace/Defense, Manufacturing and Restaurant industries.

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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

The following is a summary of SPLP’s consolidated operating results:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Revenue:
Diversified industrial	$	171,874		$	144,629		$	502,915		$	453,445
Energy	31,844			34,293			87,571			65,919
Financial services	7,162			5,384			20,742			13,519
Corporate	(143		)	(601		)	2,067			15,794
Total Revenue	$	210,737		$	183,705		$	613,295		$	548,677
Net income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:
Diversified industrial	$	10,782		$	10,287		$	50,301		$	32,306
Energy	3,007			6,208			8,463			23,470
Financial services	4,731			3,229			13,167			7,595
Corporate	(23,887		)	(9,617		)	(58,280		)	2,777
Total	(5,367		)	10,107			13,651			66,148
Income tax provision	7,363			2,246			16,077			14,366
Net income (loss) from continuing operations	(12,730		)	7,861			(2,426		)	51,782
(Loss) Income from discontinued operations	2,148			1,208			5,579			5,932
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	(4,864		)	(5,582		)	(14,452		)	(15,676		)
Net income (loss) attributable to common unitholders	(15,446		)	3,487			(11,299		)	42,038
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(2,574		)	18,575			30,031			15,317
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to common unitholders	$	(18,020	)	$	22,062		$	18,732		$	57,355

Diversified Industrial Segment

The following presents a summary of the Diversified Industrial segment operating results as reported in our consolidated financial statements:

	Three Months Ended September 30,					Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012		2013		2012
Revenue:
HNH	$	171,874		$	144,629	$	502,915	$	453,445
Total Revenue	$	171,874		$	144,629	$	502,915	$	453,445
Net income from continuing operations before income taxes:
HNH	$	14,787		$	8,603	$	39,104	$	33,604
(Loss) Income of associated companies	(4,005		)	1,684		11,197		(1,298		)
Total	$	10,782		$	10,287	$	50,301	$	32,306

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Diversified Industrial segment for financial reporting purposes consists of HNH, which is a consolidated subsidiary, and JPS and SLI which is are associated companies. BNS' 2012 results have been reclassified from the Diversified Industrial segment to the Energy segment for comparability.

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The following presents a summary of HNH:

	Three Months Ended September 30,				Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013		2012		2013			2012
Sales	$	171,874	$	144,629	$	502,915		$	453,445
Cost of sales	121,721		102,676		358,592			321,820
Gross profit	50,153		41,953		144,323			131,625
Selling, general and administrative expenses	33,080		28,615		98,748			87,878
Interest expense, net	1,880		3,194		6,899			9,946
Derivative activity loss (income)	351		1,134		(702		)	(407		)
Other expense, net	55		407		274			604
Net income from continuing operations before income taxes	$	14,787	$	8,603	$	39,104		$	33,604

Net sales for the three months ended September 30, 2013 increased by $27,245, or 18.8% when compared to the same period in 2012. Value added sales increased by $33,400 on higher volume, primarily from HNH's Joining Materials group, including the acquisition of Wolverine Joining, the Tubing group and the Building Materials group, and were partially offset by the impact of lower average precious metal prices of $6,200, principally due to silver. The average silver market price was approximately $21.39 per troy ounce in the third quarter of 2013, as compared to $29.96 per troy ounce in the same period of 2012. The acquisition of Wolverine Joining during the second quarter of 2013 provided incremental net sales of $13,600 within the Joining Materials segment in the period.

Net sales for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 increased by $49,470, or 10.9% when compared to the same period in 2012. Value added sales increased by $62,400 on higher volume, primarily from HNH's Joining Materials group, including the acquisition of Wolverine Joining, and the Building Materials group, and were partially offset by the impact of lower average precious metal prices of $12,900, principally due to silver. The average silver market price was approximately $24.77 per troy ounce in the first half of 2013, as compared to $30.73 per troy ounce in the same period of 2012. The acquisition of Wolverine Joining provided incremental net sales of $28,700 within the Joining Materials segment in the period.

Gross profit for the three months ended September 30, 2013 increased by $8,200, or 19.5%, when compared to the same period of 2012, and, as a percentage of net sales, were essentially flat at 29.2% as compared to 29.0% in 2012.

Gross profit for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 increased by $12,698, or 9.6%, when compared to the same period of 2012, and, as a percentage of net sales, decreased to 28.7% as compared to 29.0% in 2012. Gross margin as a percentage of net sales was relatively flat comparing the nine months ended September 30, 2013 to the same period of 2012, with the slight decline due to unfavorable product mix from the Joining Materials group and unfavorable production variances in the Arlon group, which were partially offset by increased sales of high margin branded fasteners in the Building materials group. Lower average precious metal prices, principally silver, favorably impacted gross profit margin by 0.7% in the nine months ended September 30, 2013. Since HNH's precious metal inventory is hedged and the cost of silver is passed through to customers principally at market, lower silver prices generally result in increases in the Joining Materials group's gross profit margin. The acquisition of Wolverine Joining provided incremental gross profit of $2,400 within the Joining Materials group during the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

Selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses increased by $4,465, or 15.6%, for the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period of 2012. SG&A as a percentage of net sales was 0.6% lower for the three months ended September 30, 2013 compared to the same period last year. The slightly lower SG&A as a percentage of sales during the third quarter of 2013, as compared to the same period of 2012, was primarily due to effective cost control on higher sales volume and an insurance reimbursement receivable of $1,100 recorded for previously incurred environmental remediation costs, offsetting the impact of lower average precious metal prices and higher employee benefit costs, which had a negative impact on SG&A as a percentage of net sales, as compared to the prior year.

SG&A expenses increased by $10,870, or 12.4%, for the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period of 2012. SG&A as a percentage of net sales was relatively flat for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 compared to the same period last year. Lower average precious metal prices, higher employee benefit costs, increased restricted stock expense and business development costs, including acquisition fees and integration costs related to our acquisition of Wolverine

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Joining, were offset by effective cost control on higher sales volume and an insurance reimbursement receivable of $1,100 for previously incurred environmental remediation costs, as compared to the prior year.

Interest expense decreased by $1,314, or 41.1%, for the three months ended September 30, 2013, and decreased by $3,047, or 30.6%, for the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same periods in 2012. Interest expense in the nine months ended June 2013 included a loss associated with the redemption of HNH's Subordinated Notes, including the redemption premium and the write-off of remaining deferred finance costs and unamortized debt discounts. Interest expense was favorably impacted in both periods by lower average interest rates, principally due to HNH's debt refinancing in the fourth quarter of 2012 and the redemption of HNH's Subordinated Notes.

Derivative activity loss was $351 for the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to a loss of $1,134 in the same period of 2012. The gain in 2013 was attributable to HNH's commodity contracts. HNH utilizes precious metal forward and future contracts to economically hedge its precious metal inventory against price fluctuations. The factors that affect the gain or loss on these derivative instruments are changes in the price of precious metals and the amount of ounces hedged. Of the loss in in 2012, approximately $1,036 was attributable to precious metal contracts and approximately $98 was attributable to embedded derivative features of HNH's Subordinated Notes and related warrants.

Derivative activity income was $702 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to $407 in the same period of 2012. Of the gain in 2013, approximately $1,495 was attributable to precious metal contracts, partially offset by a loss of $793 on the embedded derivative features of HNH's Subordinated Notes and related warrants. Of the gain in 2012, approximately $691 was attributable to embedded derivative features of HNH's Subordinated Notes and related warrants and approximately $284 was attributable to losses on precious metal contracts.

(Loss) Income of associated companies includes income or loss we recognize on investments where we own between 20% and 50% of the outstanding equity and have the ability to exercise influence, but not control, over the investee. Income (loss) of associated companies included in the Diversified Industrial segment net income from continuing operations includes the following:

	Ownership at
	September 30,	Three Months Ended September 30,					Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013	2013			2012		2013		2012
JPS	39.3%	$	(3,378	)	$	—	$	4,780	$	—
SLI	24.0%	(627		)	1,684		6,417		(1,298		)
		$	(4,005	)	$	1,684	$	11,197	$	(1,298	)

Energy Segment

The following presents a summary of the Energy segment operating results on a pro forma basis:

	Three Months Ended September 30,					Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012		2013			2012
	(Historical)			(Historical)		(Historical)			(Pro Forma)
Revenue:
Steel Excel (a)	$	31,844		$	34,293	$	87,571		$	76,659
BNS (Historical)	—			—		—			20,432
Total Revenue	31,844			$	34,293	$	87,571		$	97,091
Net income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:
Steel Excel (a)	$	3,144		$	6,208	$	8,680		$	7,417
BNS (Historical)	—			—		—			3,678
(Loss) Income of associated companies (b)	(137		)	—		(217		)	13,139
Total	$	3,007		$	6,208	$	8,463		$	24,234

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(a) Steel Excel's results in 2013 and the third quarter of 2012 are historical while the nine month 2012 amounts are pro-forma. Steel Excel was acquired on May 31, 2012.

(b) Effective January 1, 2012, associated company income related to Steel Excel was reclassified from the Diversified Industrial segment to the Energy segment due to acquisitions of oil field servicing companies. As discussed below, the Company consolidated Steel Excel effective May 31, 2012, the date that its interest in Steel Excel exceeded 50%. Amounts in 2013 relate to recent Steel Sports investments.

SPLP's Energy segment consists of its consolidated subsidiary Steel Excel, which was acquired on May 31, 2012, and BNS. For comparability, BNS's results for 2012 have been reclassified from the Diversified Industrial segment to the Energy segment since the results of BNS include the results of Sun Well, an oilfield servicing company, prior to its sale to Steel Excel.

Steel Excel owns several oil field services companies, providing premium well services to exploration and production (“E&P”) companies operating primarily in the Williston Basin in North Dakota and eastern Montana. Steel Excel provides critical services needed by E&P operators, including well completion, well maintenance and workover, well recompletion, hydrostatic tubular testing and plug and abandonment services. In addition, Steel Excel has a sports business ("Steel Sports"). The operations of Steel Sports are not considered material and are included in the Energy segment. Steel Excel was previously accounted for as an associated company at fair value prior to SPLP increasing its ownership over 50%.

For the three months ended September 30, 2013, net revenues decreased $2,449, or 7.1% when compared to the same period last year and for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 decreased $9,520, or 9.8% on a pro forma basis when compared to the same period last year. The decline in both periods was due to Steel Excel's energy business which experienced increased competition in the marketplace and a decline in rig utilization partially resulting from unfavorable weather conditions.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012, the decline in net income from continuing operations in both periods was due to increased competition in the marketplace, a decline in rig utilization as a result of unfavorable weather conditions, additional labor costs incurred to staff the rigs, fewer rigs operating around the clock that resulted in higher costs for generating comparable revenues, and a decline in higher-margin services in the 2013 period resulting from a change in the overall mix of services provided. In addition, the nine months ended September 30, 2012 includes income of $13,139 related to increase in fair value of the Company's equity investment in Steel Excel prior to acquiring a controlling interest.

Financial Services Segment

The Financial Services segment, for financial reporting purposes, consists of our consolidated and wholly owned subsidiary WebBank (which operates in niche banking markets), and WF Asset Corp (which consists of a portfolio of investments). WebBank provides commercial and consumer loans and services. WebBank's deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC"), and the bank is examined and regulated by the FDIC and the Utah Department of Financial Institutions ("UDFI"). The following presents a summary of the Financial Services segment operating results as reported in our consolidated financial statements:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Revenue:
Interest income (including fees)	$	4,761		$	4,127		$	14,580		$	10,093
Non-interest income	2,401			1,257			6,162			3,426
	7,162			5,384			20,742			13,519
Costs and expenses:
Interest	113			183			390			800
Provision for (recovery of) loan losses	(4		)	(78		)	(35		)	(322		)
Selling, general and administrative expenses	2,322			2,050			7,220			5,446
	2,431			2,155			7,575			5,924
Net income from continuing operations before income taxes	$	4,731		$	3,229		$	13,167		$	7,595

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Interest Income

Interest income increased by $634, or 15.4%, in the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period of 2012 and increased by $4,487, or 44.5%, in the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period in 2012. The increases were due primarily to growth in lending programs.

Noninterest Income

Noninterest income increased $1,144, or 91.0% for the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period of 2012 and increased $2,736, or 79.9%, in the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period in 2012, due primarily to the premiums/fees received on loans sold.

Interest Expense

Interest expense represents interest accrued on WebBank depositor accounts. Interest expense decreased $70, or 38.3%, for the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period of 2012, and decreased $410, or 51.3%, in the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period last year. The decreases were largely due to a decrease in average interest rates on the depositor accounts.

Provision for (recovery of) Loan Losses

At September 30, 2013, WebBank had an estimated $4,792 of impaired loans (of which $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA) and an allowance for loan losses of $296.

WebBank routinely obtains appraisals on underlying collateral of nonperforming loans and records a provision for losses if the value of the collateral declines below the value of the loans. WebBank recorded an increase of provision for loan losses of $4 for the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to a reduction of $78 for the three months ended September 30, 2013. WebBank recorded a reduction of provision for loan losses of $35 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to $322 for the nine months ended September 30, 2012.

Selling General and Administrative Expenses

The increase in SG&A expenses of $272, or 13.3%, for the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period last year and the increase of $1,774, or 32.6%, for the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period last year, was due primarily to higher personnel costs.

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Corporate and Other

The following presents a summary of Corporate and Other segment operating results as reported in our consolidated financial statements:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Revenue:
Investment and other income	$	119		$	8		$	548		$	133
Net investment (losses) gains	(262		)	(609		)	1,519			15,661
	(143		)	(601		)	2,067			15,794
Costs and expenses:
Interest	50			70			251			88
Selling, general and administrative expenses	12,305			7,700			29,592			19,538
Impairment charges	1,010			1,409			2,520			1,409
Deferred fee liability to related party - increase	—			—			—			11,448
Other (income) expense	(157		)	(609		)	640			(1,482		)
	13,208			8,570			33,003			31,001
Loss from continuing operations before (loss) income from equity method investments and investments held at fair value	(13,351		)	(9,171		)	(30,936		)	(15,207		)
Equity Method Investments:
(Loss) Income of associated companies	(11,312		)	(4,919		)	(23,421		)	13,543
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	900			586			742			(8,424		)
Total (loss) income from equity method investments	(10,412		)	(4,333		)	(22,679		)	5,119
(Loss) Income from investments held at fair value	(124		)	3,887			(4,665		)	12,865
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(23,887	)	$	(9,617	)	$	(58,280	)	$	2,777

The Corporate and Other segment consists of several consolidated subsidiaries as well as various investments and cash and cash equivalents. Corporate assets, revenues and overhead expenses are not allocated to the segments. Corporate revenues primarily consist of investment and other income, investment gains and losses and rental income. As of September 30, 2013, the Corporate and other segment had investments in available-for-sale securities, the SPII Liquidating Trust, associated companies accounted for under the equity method and cash and cash equivalents. For additional information see Note 17 - "Segment Information" to the SPLP financial statements found elsewhere in this Form 10-Q.

Revenue

Investment and other income is often based on a limited number of transactions, the timing and amounts of which are not always predictable. Net investment gains include realized gains and losses on sales of securities. The Company’s decision to sell securities and realize gains or losses generally includes its evaluation of strategic considerations, an individual security’s value at the time and the prospect for changes in its value in the future. The timing of realized investment gains or losses is not predictable and does not follow any pattern from year to year. Interest and dividend income will vary depending on the type and amount of securities held from year to year.

Net investment losses for the three months ended September 30, 2013 were $262 compared to $609 in the same period of 2012. The amounts in both periods were due to changes in value of foreign currency instruments.

Net investment gains for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 were $1,519 compared to $15,661 in the same period of 2012. The net gains in 2013 were primarily due to gains of approximately $1,200 on the sales of certain available-for-sale securities as well as gains from foreign currency instruments. The 2012 gains were primarily due to the gain on the Company's investment in Steel Excel of approximately $13,500 resulting from remeasuring our investment to fair value upon acquisition of the majority interest in Steel Excel on May 31, 2012.

Interest Expense

In the ordinary course of business the Company may enter into foreign currency transactions which, in effect, in certain circumstances, may represent borrowings from the counterparty. Interest expense represents interest and other fees on such transactions.

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Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

SG&A expenses consist primarily of payroll, legal, accounting, audit, tax, management fee and other professional fees. SG&A expenses increased by $4,605 or 59.8% in the three months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period in 2012, primarily due to non-cash incentive unit compensation expense (see Note 15 - "Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)" to the SPH financial statements found elsewhere in this From 10-Q).

SG&A expenses increased by $10,054, or 51.5%, in the nine months ended September 30, 2013, compared to the same period in 2012, primarily due to the non-cash incentive unit compensation expense.

Impairment Charges

In the nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Company recorded an impairment charge of $1,510 related to its investment in a Japanese real estate partnership and an impairment charge of approximately $1,010 related to an other-than-temporary decline in an available-for-sale security (see Note 4 - "Investments" in the SPH financial statements found elsewhere in this Form 10-Q).

Deferred Fee Liability to Related Party - Increase

The Deferred fee liability to related party was an obligation owed to the Investment Manager, an affiliate of the Manager, pursuant to a deferred fee agreement ("Deferred Fee Liability"). This liability was assumed in connection with the Exchange Transaction in July 2009. The increase in Deferred Fee Liability to related party of $11,448 recorded for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 was due to an increase in an index related to the value of SPLP. On April 11, 2012, the Company and the Investment Manager terminated the Investor Services Agreement by mutual consent. As a result of the termination of the Investor Services Agreement the full amount in the Deferred Fee Liability became immediately payable. As a result, on April 11 and May 11, 2012, 6,403,002 and 536,645 class B common units, respectively, were issued to the Investment Manager. In connection with the termination of the Investor Services Agreement, the Investment Manager agreed not to sell any of the common units issued as payment for the deferred fee during the one year period following the Termination Date. For additional information, see Note 12 - "Related Party Transactions" to the SPLP financial statements found elsewhere in this Form 10-Q.  

Equity Method Investments

(Loss) Income of Associated Companies

(Loss) Income of associated companies includes income or loss recognized on investments where we own between 20% and 50% of the outstanding equity and have the ability to exercise influence, but not control, over the investee. (Loss) Income of associated companies included in the Corporate and Other segment is as follows:

	Ownership at
	September 30,	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013	2013			2012			2013			2012
ModusLink	27.1%	$	(5,145	)	$	—		$	(11,694	)
CoSine	48.6%	(75		)	(59		)	(320		)	(235		)
Fox & Hound	50.0%	(6,206		)	(4,860		)	(11,521		)	13,778
Other	45.9%	114			—			114			—
		$	(11,312	)	$	(4,919	)	$	(23,421	)	$	13,543

Income (Loss) From Other Investments - Related Party

Income (loss) from other investments - related party represents the change in fair value that we recognize on our 43.75% investment in each series of the SPII Liquidating Trust (for additional information see Note 4 - “Investments” to the SPLP financial statements found elsewhere in this Form 10-Q). The income in the three and months ended September 30, 2013 was not significant.

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The income in the three months ended September 30, 2012 was not significant. The loss in the nine months of 2012 was primarily due to the series of the SPII Liquidating Trust that holds an interest in Fox & Hound Restaurant Group ("F&H"). On March 19, 2012, in conjunction with a long-term refinancing of its debt, Fox & Hound issued new common equity. As a result of the transaction, our interest in F&H through the SPII Liquidating Trust was diluted and reduced by approximately $11,200. This loss was partially offset by an increase in fair value of the series of the SPII Liquidating Trust that holds and interest in Barbican Group Holdings Limited ("Barbican").

(Loss) Income From Investments Held at Fair Value

Income (loss) from investments held at fair value for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 includes income or loss that the Company recognizes on its direct investment in API Group PLC ("API") and on the ModusLink Warrants. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012, Income (Loss) from investments held at fair value includes income or loss related to API and Barbican. For additional information on both of these investments, see Note 4 - "Investments" to the SPLP financial statements found elsewhere in this Form 10-Q.

Income Taxes

As a limited partnership, we are generally not responsible for federal and state income taxes and our profits and losses are passed directly to our limited partners for inclusion in their respective income tax returns. Provision has been made for federal, state, local or foreign income taxes on the results of operations generated by our corporate subsidiaries and these are reflected within continuing and discontinued operations. The difference between the effective tax rate and statutory federal rate of 35% is principally due to changes in the valuation allowances, various permanent differences included in the provisions of our subsidiaries, and partnership income not subject to taxation.

A tax provision of $7,363 and $2,246 was recorded for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and a tax provision of $16,077 and $14,366 was recorded for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

FINANCIAL CONDITION

We rely on our available liquidity to meet our short-term and long-term needs, and to make acquisitions of new businesses and additional investments in existing businesses. Except as otherwise disclosed herein, our operating businesses do not generally require material funds from us to support their operating activities, and we do not depend on positive cash flow from our operating segments to meet our liquidity needs. The components of our consolidated businesses and investments may change frequently as a result of acquisitions or divestitures, the timing of which is impossible to predict, but which often have a material impact on our consolidated statements of cash flows in any one period. Further, the timing and amounts of distributions from certain of our investments accounted for under the equity method are generally outside our control. As a result, reported cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities do not generally follow any particular pattern or trend, and reported results in the most recent period should not be expected to recur in any subsequent period.

Cash Flow Summary

	Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012
Net cash provided by operating activities	$	66,107		$	28,362
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(69,577		)	74,253
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	46,981			(44,272		)
Change for the period	$	43,511		$	58,343

Cash Flows from Operating Activities

Net cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 was $66,107. Net income of $3,153 was impacted by certain non-cash items, partially offset by a decrease of $2,519 relating to changes in certain operating assets and liabilities. Of this working capital decrease, $16,174 was from a decrease in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities, $17,158 was from an increase in accounts receivable, $1,608 was from an increase in prepaid and other assets, $1,851

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was from an increase in inventories, partially offset by a $34,689 decrease on loans held for sale. Net income was also impacted by $5,591 relating to net cash used by operating activities of discontinued operations.

Net cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $28,362. Net income of $57,714 was partially offset by a decrease of $36,267 relating to changes in operating assets and liabilities. Of this working capital decrease, $15,983 was from an increase in accounts receivable and $2,671 was from an increase in inventories and$8,870 was from a decrease in accounts payable and accrued and other liabilities. Net income was also impacted by $11,448 relating to the increase in the Deferred Fee Liability to related party and $6,512 relating to net cash provided by operating activities of discontinued operations. The increase in accounts receivable relates primarily to the increase in sales by Steel Excel during the first nine months of 2012 compared to the same period in the prior year.

Cash Flows from Investing Activities

Net cash used in investing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 was $69,577. Significant items included acquisitions, primarily by HNH, of $60,664, investments in associated companies of $36,329, which primarily relates to our investment in ModusLink, a net increase in loans receivable of $17,770 and purchases of property plant and equipment of $17,054. These cash uses from investing activities were partially offset by cash increases due to proceeds from the sales of discontinued operations of $45,572 and net proceeds from investment sales and maturities of $16,156.

Net cash provided by investing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $74,253. Significant items included net cash acquired in acquisitions of $45,848, primarily from the acquisition of Steel Excel, proceeds from the sale of discontinued operations of $22,194 and net proceeds from sales of investments of $46,575. These cash increases were partially offset by investments in associated companies of $16,567, which represents our indirect investment in Fox & Hound and additional investment in Steel Excel, and purchases of property plant and equipment of $25,305.

Cash Flows from Financing Activities

Net cash provided by financing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 was $46,981. This was due primarily to proceeds from revolver borrowings of $38,800 and proceeds from term loans of $80,000, partially offset by repayments of term loans of $24,735, subsidiary repurchases of common stock of $33,790 and repurchases of subordinated notes of $11,323.

Net cash used in financing activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2012 was $44,272. This was due primarily to distributions paid to noncontrolling interest holders of BNS of $10,316, repayments of term loans of $6,778, lower bank deposits held by WebBank of $19,863, repurchases of subordinated notes of $5,279 and net revolver payments of $4,728, partially offset by a net change in overdrafts of $2,322.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES

Holding Company

SPLP (excluding its operating subsidiaries, the “Holding Company”) is a global diversified holding company whose assets principally consist of the stock of its direct subsidiaries, cash and cash equivalents and other non-controlling investments in debt and equity securities. Its principal potential sources of funds are available cash resources, investments, borrowings, public and private capital market transactions, repayment of subsidiary advances, distributions or dividends from subsidiaries, as well as dispositions of existing businesses and investments. The Holding Company’s investments are subject to changes that may result in amounts realized from any future sales that are at times significantly different from the value we are reporting at September 30, 2013. These investments, including those accounted for under the equity method, can be impacted by market conditions, changes in the specific business environments of our investees or by the underlying performance of these businesses.

In addition to cash and cash equivalents, the Holding Company considers investments at fair value included in its consolidated balance sheet as being generally available to meet its liquidity needs. Investments at fair value are not as liquid as cash and cash equivalents, but they are generally convertible into cash within a reasonable period of time. As of September 30, 2013, the Holding Company had cash and cash equivalents of $32,371 and investments of $210,804. The Holding Company had $24,632 of restricted cash, which serves as collateral with respect to foreign currency financial instruments. The Holding Company is not able to use these funds for other purposes, and the Holding Company does not consider this amount to be available to meet its liquidity needs.

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The Holding Company generally does not have access to the cash flow generated by the Company’s operating businesses for its needs, and the operating businesses generally do not rely on the Holding Company to support their operating activities. The Holding Company’s available liquidity, and the investment income realized from the Holding Company’s cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities is used to meet the Holding Company’s recurring cash requirements, which are principally the payment of its overhead expenses.

The Holding Company and its operating businesses may use their available liquidity to make acquisitions of new businesses and other investments, but the timing and cost of any future investments cannot be predicted. The Company may seek external debt or equity financing and will rely on its existing liquidity to fund corporate overhead expenses and new acquisition opportunities. It may also dispose of existing businesses and investments. At September 30, 2013, the Holding Company and its consolidated subsidiaries had, in the aggregate, cash and cash equivalents of $241,322 available for operations in the ordinary course of business and for the acquisition of interests in businesses.

On October 23, 2013 the Company entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Credit Facility”) with PNC Bank, National Association (“PNC"), as administrative agent for the lenders thereunder. The Credit Facility provides for a revolving credit facility with borrowing availability of up to $50,000 which the Company may use for its working capital and investment needs and for the reimbursement of letters of credit. Amounts outstanding under the Credit Facility bear interest at LIBOR plus 1.00%, and are collateralized by first priority security interests of certain of the Company's deposit accounts and publicly traded securities. The Credit Facility contains customary affirmative and negative covenants, including a minimum cash balance covenant, and customary events of default. All amounts outstanding under the Credit Facility are due and payable in full on October 23, 2016.

Discussion of Segment Liquidity and Capital Resources

HNH

As of September 30, 2013, HNH’s current assets totaled $215,604, its current liabilities totaled $84,603, and its working capital was $131,001, as compared to working capital of $111,811 as of December 31, 2012.

HNH's cash provided by operations was $19,967 in the three months ended September 30, 2013 compared to net cash provided of $28,813 in the 2012 period. The decrease in cash flow from operations was principally attributable to a higher use of working capital during the nine months ended September 30, 2013. SPLP's consolidated financial statements reflect pre-tax income from continuing operations of $14,787 and $39,104 relating to HNH for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively.

HNH's debt is principally held by H&H Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of HNH. HNH's subsidiaries borrow funds in order to finance capital expansion programs and for working capital needs. The terms of certain of those financing arrangements place restrictions on distributions of funds to HNH, subject to certain exceptions including required pension payments to the WHX Pension Plan. HNH does not expect these restrictions to have an impact on HNH's ability to meet its cash obligations. HNH's ongoing operating cash flow requirements consist primarily of arranging for the funding of the minimum requirements of the WHX Pension Plan and paying HNH's administrative costs. HNH expects to have required minimum contributions to the WHX Pension Plan of $2,800 for the remainder of 2013, $22,500, $21,300, $18,200, $17,100 and $49,000 in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and for the five years thereafter, respectively. Such required contributions are estimated based upon assumptions regarding such matters as discount rates on future obligations, assumed rates of return on plan assets and legislative changes. Actual future pension costs and required funding obligations will be affected by changes in the factors and assumptions described in the previous sentence, as well as other changes such as any plan termination.

During November 2012, H&H Group entered into a $205,000 senior secured credit facility, consisting of a revolving credit facility in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $90,000 and a term loan in an initial aggregate principal amount of $115,000 (collectively, "Senior Credit Facility"). In connection with HNH's April 2013 acquisition of Wolverine Joining, the Senior Credit Facility was amended to increase the lenders' commitments under the revolving credit facility and term loan by $20,000 and $10,000, respectively. Funding of the purchase price for the acquisition was from cash on hand and borrowings under the amended Senior Credit Facility. On September 13, 2013, the Senior Credit Facility was further amended. This amendment, among other things, increased the lenders' commitments under the revolving credit facility to $160,000, provided H&H Group with additional flexibility regarding its ability to utilize net cash proceeds from permitted asset sales, reset the amount of dividends and other distributions that may be made by H&H Group to HNH following the payment of $7,000 of previously declared dividends and amended certain financial covenants and the amortization schedule of the term loan. As of September 30, 2013, H&H Group's availability under its amended revolving credit facility was $46,900.

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HNH believes it has access to adequate resources to meet its needs for normal operating costs, capital expenditures, mandatory debt redemptions and working capital for its existing business. These resources include cash and cash equivalents, cash provided by operating activities and unused lines of credit. HNH's ability to satisfy its debt service obligations, to fund planned capital expenditures and required pension payments, and to make acquisitions will depend upon its future operating performance, which will be affected by prevailing economic conditions in the markets in which it operates, as well as financial, business and other factors, some of which are beyond its control. The ability of H&H Group to draw on the Senior Credit Facility is limited by a borrowing base of accounts receivable and inventory. In addition, the Senior Credit Facility is subject to certain mandatory prepayment provisions and restrictive and financial covenants. There can be no assurances that H&H Group will continue to have access to its lines of credit if its financial performance does not satisfy the relevant borrowing base criteria and financial covenants set forth in the financing agreement. If H&H Group does not meet certain of its financial covenants or satisfy its borrowing base criteria, and if it is unable to secure necessary waivers or other amendments from the respective lenders on terms acceptable to management, its ability to access available lines of credit could be limited, its debt obligations could be accelerated by the respective lenders and liquidity could be adversely affected.

HNH is utilizing the following strategies to continue to enhance liquidity: (1) continuing to implement improvements, using the HNH Business System, throughout all of HNH's operations to increase sales and operating efficiencies, (2) supporting profitable sales growth both internally and potentially through acquisitions and (3) evaluating from time to time and as appropriate, strategic alternatives with respect to its businesses and/or assets. HNH continues to examine all of its options and strategies, including acquisitions, divestitures and other corporate transactions, to increase cash flow and stockholder value.

DGT

At July 31, 2013, its most recent fiscal period, DGT had approximately $9,000 in cash and cash equivalents and approximately $39,000 of investments.

DGT's operations currently consist of a real estate business from rental buildings retained from the sale of its Power Conversion business on August 16, 2012 and the sale of its Medical Systems Group on November 3, 2011. The operating

results for the Power Conversion Business and for the Medical Systems Group, as well as the gains on disposals of such units,

are reported as discontinued operations for all periods presented. Continuing operations consist of the real estate business,

investments, and general and administrative expenses.

Steel Excel

As of September 30, 2013, Steel Excel's working capital was $291,696 Steel Excel's principal source of liquidity is cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities on hand.

At September 30, 2013, Steel Excel had $291,409 in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities. The available-for-sale securities included short-term deposits, corporate obligations, United States government securities, and obligations of government agencies. In the future, Steel Excel may make additional acquisitions of businesses, and may use a significant portion of its available cash balances for such acquisitions or for working capital needs thereafter.

On July 3, 2013 Steel Excel's energy business entered into a credit agreement (the "Energy Credit Agreement") that provided for a borrowing capacity of $80,000 consisting of a $70,000 secured term loan (the “Term Loan”) that was fully drawn by Steel Excel's energy business on July 3, 2013, and up to $10,000 in revolving loans (the “Revolving Loans”) subject to a borrowing base of 85% of the eligible accounts receivable. Borrowings under the Energy Credit Agreement are collateralized by substantially all the assets of Steel Energy and its wholly-owned subsidiaries Sun Well Services, Inc. ("Sun Well") and Rogue Pressure Services, Inc. ("Rogue"), and a pledge of all of the issued and outstanding shares of capital stock of Sun Well and Rogue, and are fully guaranteed by Sun Well and Rogue. The proceeds of the Term Loan at closing, along with proceeds from intercompany loans to Steel Energy from Sun Well and Rogue, were used to pay Steel Excel a dividend of $80,000 and certain fees and expenses related to the Energy Credit Agreement. Steel Excel incurred fees totaling approximately $1,100 in connection with the Energy Credit Agreement that are being amortized over the life of the arrangement as a component of interest expense. The Energy Credit Agreement has a five-year term, with the Term Loan amortizing in quarterly installments of $2,500 and a balloon payment due on the maturity date. At September 30, 2013, $67,500 was outstanding under the Term Loan and no amount was outstanding under the Revolving Loans.

The Energy Credit Agreement has a five-year term, with the Term Loan amortizing in quarterly installments of $2,500 and a balloon payment due on the maturity date. Borrowings under the Energy Credit Agreement bear interest at annual rates of

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either (i) the Base Rate plus an applicable margin of 1.50% to 2.25% or (ii) LIBOR plus an applicable margin of 2.50% to 3.25%. The “Base Rate” is the greatest of (i) the prime lending rate, (ii) the Federal Funds Rate plus 0.5%, and (iii) the one-month LIBOR plus 1.0%. The applicable margin for both Base Rate and LIBOR is determined based on the leverage ratio calculated in accordance with the Energy Credit Agreement. LIBOR-based borrowings are available for interest periods of one, three, or six months. In addition, Steel Excel is required to pay commitment fees of between 0.375% and 0.50% per annum on the daily unused amount of the Revolving Loans.

The Energy Credit Agreement contains standard representations and warranties, and leverage ratio and fixed charge coverage ratio covenants. The repayment of the Term Loan can be accelerated upon (i) a change in control, which would include Steel Energy owning less than 100% of the equity of Sun Well or Rogue or Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (“SPLP”) owning, directly or indirectly, less than 35% of Steel Excel's energy business or (ii) other events of default, including payment failure, false representations, covenant breaches, and bankruptcy.

In the first nine months of 2013 all amounts due on Steel Excel's revolving loan with Wells Fargo Bank were fully repaid and the facility was terminated as of July 3, 2013, upon closing of the Energy Credit Agreement.

Steel Excel believes that its cash balances and cash generated from operations will be sufficient to satisfy its anticipated cash needs for working capital and capital expenditures for at least the next 12 months. The consummation of multiple acquisitions in fiscal 2011 and 2012 and the anticipation of additional acquisitions in the future, prevailing economic conditions and/or financial, business and other factors beyond their control could adversely affect our estimates of our future cash requirements. As such, Steel Excel could be required to fund its cash requirements by alternative financing. In these instances, Steel Excel may seek to raise such additional funds through public or private equity or debt financings or from other sources. As a result, Steel Excel may not be able to obtain adequate or favorable equity financing, if needed, due in part to its shares of common stock currently trading on the OTCQB Market. Any equity financing Steel Excel obtains may dilute existing ownership interests, and any debt financing could contain covenants that impose limitations on the conduct of its business. There can be no assurance that additional financing, if needed, would be available on terms acceptable to Steel Excel or at all.

WebBank

WebBank manages its liquidity to provide adequate funds to meet anticipated financial obligations such as certificate of deposit maturities and to fund customer credit needs. WebBank had $85,097 and $66,938 in cash at the Federal Reserve Bank and at its correspondent banks at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. WebBank had $13,400 and $8,400 in lines of credit from its correspondent banks at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. WebBank had $17,383 and $3,276 available from the Federal Reserve discount window at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. WebBank had available a $4,000 line of credit from the Holding Company at December 31, 2012. This line of credit was terminated in March 2013. WebBank had a total of $115,880 and $82,614 in cash, lines of credit, and access to the Federal Reserve Bank discount window at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, which represents approximately 83% and 60%, respectively, of WebBank's total assets.

Contractual Commitments and Contingencies

Other than the contractual obligations incurred by the Company in connection with the Energy Credit Agreement and HNH credit agreements, there were no other material changes in the Company's contractual obligations at September 30, 2013, as compared to those reported in the Company's annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012

Off-Balance Sheet Risk

We have off-balance sheet risk related to certain financial instruments, including futures and undisbursed loan commitments. For additional information regarding these arrangements, refer to Note 6 - “Financial Instruments,” to the consolidated financial statements contained in this Form 10-Q.

Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

There were no material changes to our critical accounting policies and estimates during the nine months ended September 30, 2013 compared to those reported in our 2012 Form 10-K.

Special Notes Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

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This report includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), including, in particular, forward-looking statements under the headings “Item 7- Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.” These statements appear in a number of places in this report and include statements regarding the Company’s intent, belief or current expectations with respect to (i) its financing plans, (ii) trends affecting its financial condition or results of operations, and (iii) the impact of competition. The words “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “estimate,” and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements; however, this report also contains other forward-looking statements in addition to historical information.

Item 4. Controls and Procedures

Disclosure Controls and Procedures

As required by Rule 13a-15(b) under the Exchange Act we conducted an evaluation under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on that evaluation, the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Financial Officer concluded that as of September 30, 2013 our disclosure controls and procedures are effective in ensuring that all information required to be disclosed in reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC rules and forms and that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, in a manner that allows timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

No change in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter ended September 30, 2013 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company's internal control over financial reporting.

PART II - OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1. Legal Proceedings

The Company and its subsidiaries are parties in a variety of legal actions arising out of the normal course of business.  For further information regarding our legal proceedings, see our Legal Proceedings set forth in Note 20 - “Commitments and Contingencies,” to the consolidated financial statements included in Part I of this Report.

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

(a) Not applicable

(b) Not applicable

(c) Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

	(a)	(b)		(c)	(d)
Period	Total Number of Shares (or Units) Purchased (1)	Average Price Paid per Share (or Unit)		Total Number of Shares (or Units) Purchased as part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs	Maximum Number (or Approximate Dollar Value) of Shares (or Units) that May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs
July 1, 2013 through July 31, 2013	1,867	$	13.97	N/A	N/A
August 1, 2013 through August 31, 2013	25,723	$	14.84	N/A	N/A
September 1, 2013 through September 30, 2013	53,670	$	15.14	N/A	N/A
Total	81,260			N/A	N/A

(1) All units were purchased by DGT Holdings Corp., an affiliate of the Company, in open market transactions for its own account.

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Item 6. Exhibits

Exhibit No.	Description
Exhibit 31.1	Certification of Principal Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Exhibit 31.2	Certification of Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302(a) of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Rule 13a-14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Exhibit 32.1	Certification of Principal Executive Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C. 1350) and Rule 13a-14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Exhibit 32.2	Certification of Principal Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C. 1350) and Rule 13a-14(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Exhibit 101.INS	XBRL Instance Document
Exhibit 101.SCH	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema
Exhibit 101.CAL	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase
Exhibit 101.DEF	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase
Exhibit 101.LAB	XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase
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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this registration statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Dated:	November 7, 2013	STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.
		By:	Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc.
			Its General Partner
		By:	/s/ James F. McCabe, Jr.
			James F. McCabe, Jr.
			Chief Financial Officer
			(Principal Accounting Officer)

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EX-31.1

EXHIBIT 31.1

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER CERTIFICATION

I, Warren G. Lichtenstein, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2013 of Steel Partners Holdings L.P.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the Registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The Registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the Registrant and have:

a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the Registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

d) Disclosed in this report any change in the Registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the Registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter (the Registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the Registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The Registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the Registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the Registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the Registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the Registrant’s internal control over financial reporting. 

Date:
November 7, 2013	/s/ Warren G. Lichtenstein
	Warren G. Lichtenstein Executive Chairman of Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc.

EX-31.2

EXHIBIT 31.2

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER CERTIFICATION

I, James F. McCabe, Jr., certify that:

1. I have reviewed this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2013 of Steel Partners Holdings L.P.;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the Registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

4. The Registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the Registrant and have:

a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

b) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

c) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

d) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the Registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

5. The Registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the Registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the Registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the Registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the Registrant’s internal control over financial reporting. 

Date:
November 7, 2013	/s/ James F. McCabe, Jr.
	James F. McCabe, Jr. Chief Financial Officer of Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc.

EX-32.1

EXHIBIT 32.1

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350,

As Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

In connection with the Quarterly Report of Steel Partners Holdings L.P.(the “Partnership”) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2013 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, Warren G. Lichtenstein, Chief Executive Officer of Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc., the general partner of the Partnership, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section § 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

(2) The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

Date:
November 7, 2013	/s/ Warren G. Lichtenstein
	Warren G. Lichtenstein Executive Chairman of Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc.

* The foregoing certification is being furnished solely pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 and is not being filed as part of the Report or as a separate disclosure document.

EX-32.2

EXHIBIT 32.2

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer

Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350,

As Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

In connection with the Quarterly Report of Steel Partners Holdings L.P.(the “Partnership”) on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2013 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the “Report”), I, James F. McCabe, Jr., Chief Financial Officer of Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc., the general partner of the Partnership, certify, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section § 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, that:

(1) The Report fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; and

(2) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Partnership.

Date:
November 7, 2013	/s/ James F. McCabe, Jr.
	James F. McCabe, Jr. Chief Financial Officer of Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc.

*The foregoing certification is being furnished solely pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 and is not being filed

as part of the Report or as a separate disclosure document.

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Property, Plant and Equipment, Net (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, plant and equipment, gross	$ 233,660		$ 233,660		$ 216,382
Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(55,155)		(55,155)		(38,800)
Property, plant and equipment, net	178,505		178,505		177,582
Depreciation [Abstract]
Depreciation	6,048	4,865	17,491	12,219
Land [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, plant and equipment, gross	11,203		11,203		10,059
Building and Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, plant and equipment, gross	52,191		52,191		52,983
Machinery, Equipment and Other [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, plant and equipment, gross	158,134		158,134		143,281
Construction in Progress [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, plant and equipment, gross	$ 12,132		$ 12,132		$ 10,059

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable Loans Receivable (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Receivable [Line Items]
Financing receivable, including loans held for sale, gross, total	$ 51,423		$ 68,379
Financing receivable, ratio to total, including loans held for sale (as a percent)	100.00%		100.00%
Financing receivable, gross, current	18,007		52,163
Financing receivable, gross, non-current	33,416		16,216
Deferred fees and discounts, gross, total	4		21
Deferred fees and discounts, current	4		21
Deferred fees and discounts, non-current	0		0
Allowance for loan losses, total	(296)		(285)
Allowance for Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Current	(296)		(285)
Allowance for Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Noncurrent	0		0
Total loans receivable, net	51,131	[1]	68,115	[1]
Loans receivable, net, current	17,715	[1]	51,899	[1]
Loans receivable, net, noncurrent	33,416	[1]	16,216	[1]
Loans Receivable, Net	51,333		71,111
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Financing receivable, including loans held for sale, gross, total	4,974		7,042
Financing receivable, ratio to total, including loans held for sale (as a percent)	10.00%		10.00%
Financing receivable, gross, current	192		207
Financing receivable, gross, non-current	4,782		6,835
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Financing receivable, including loans held for sale, gross, total	4,792		6,724
Financing receivable, ratio to total, including loans held for sale (as a percent)	10.00%		10.00%
Financing receivable, gross, current	192		198
Financing receivable, gross, non-current	4,600		6,526
Allowance for loan losses, total	(78)		(187)
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Financing receivable, including loans held for sale, gross, total	182		318
Financing receivable, ratio to total, including loans held for sale (as a percent)	0.00%		0.00%
Financing receivable, gross, current	0		9
Financing receivable, gross, non-current	182		309
Allowance for loan losses, total	(21)		(34)
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Financing receivable, including loans held for sale, gross, total	29,632		9,832
Financing receivable, ratio to total, including loans held for sale (as a percent)	58.00%		15.00%
Financing receivable, gross, current	998		451
Financing receivable, gross, non-current	28,634		9,381
Allowance for loan losses, total	(197)		(64)
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial Loans Held for Sale [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Financing receivable, including loans held for sale, gross, total	16,817		51,505
Financing receivable, ratio to total, including loans held for sale (as a percent)	32.00%		75.00%
Financing receivable, gross, current	16,817		51,505
Financing receivable, gross, non-current	$ 0		$ 0

[1] The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of loans receivable, net was $51,333 and $71,111 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses and Outstanding Loans (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Receivable [Line Items]
Allowance for loan losses, individually evaluated for impairment	$ 0
Allowance for loan losses, collectively evaluated for impairment	296
Allowance for loan losses, total	296		285
Outstanding loan balances, individually evaluated for impairment	2,664	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, collectively evaluated for impairment	31,942
Outstanding loan balances, total	34,606
Guarantee by USDA or SBA	2,196
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Outstanding loan balances, total	4,974
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Allowance for loan losses, individually evaluated for impairment	0
Allowance for loan losses, collectively evaluated for impairment	78
Allowance for loan losses, total	78		187
Outstanding loan balances, individually evaluated for impairment	2,522	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, collectively evaluated for impairment	2,270
Outstanding loan balances, total	4,792
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Allowance for loan losses, individually evaluated for impairment	0
Allowance for loan losses, collectively evaluated for impairment	21
Allowance for loan losses, total	21		34
Outstanding loan balances, individually evaluated for impairment	0	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, collectively evaluated for impairment	182
Outstanding loan balances, total	182
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Allowance for loan losses, individually evaluated for impairment	0
Allowance for loan losses, collectively evaluated for impairment	197
Allowance for loan losses, total	197		64
Outstanding loan balances, individually evaluated for impairment	142	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, collectively evaluated for impairment	29,490
Outstanding loan balances, total	$ 29,632

[1] $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended								3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013 Reclassification of Unrealized Loss [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Income of Associated Companies [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Net Investment Gains [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Equity Method Investee [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Equity Method Investee [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Equity Method Investee [Member]
Class of Stock [Line Items]
Reclassification of unrealized gain (loss)								$ 1,834	[1]	$ 10,432	[1]	$ 991
Unrealized gain on available for sale securities, net of tax	(773)	[2]	19,499	[2]	35,348	[2]	13,275			1,900	[1]		0	1
Unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities adjustments													$ 0	$ 0	$ 1

[1] Includes a reclassification of unrealized gain to Other income of $1,834, a reclassification of net unrealized gain of $10,432 (net of tax of $1,900) to (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of tax and a reclassification of $991 to Net investment (losses) gains.

[2] Includes a net tax benefit of $664 and a tax provision of $2,049 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and includes a net tax provision of $262 and a net tax benefit of $3,843 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

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Related Party Transactions Mutual Secrurities (Details) (Mutual Services, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Mutual Services
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Services fees and reimbursable expenses	$ 95	$ 83	$ 311	$ 188

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations Steel Excel Debt (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended			0 Months Ended	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended			0 Months Ended									0 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012		Jul. 03, 2013 Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Steel Excel Long-term Debt [Member] Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Steel Excel Long-term Debt [Member] Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Steel Excel Term Loan [Member] Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Revolving Credit Facility [Member] Steel Excel Line of Credit [Member] Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Base Rate [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Federal Funds Rate [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 One-Month LIBOR [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Minimum Revolving Credit Facility [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Minimum Base Rate [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Minimum London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Maximum Revolving Credit Facility [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Maximum Base Rate [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Maximum London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Through June 15, 2015 [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Through June 30, 2017 [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 After June 30, 2017 [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Through December 31, 2016 [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 After December 31, 2016 [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Sun Well [Member] Steel Excel Energy Credit Agreement [Member]	Jul. 03, 2013 Sun Well [Member] Steel Partners, Ltd Energy Credit Agreement [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Long-term Debt									$ 67,500	$ 80,000	$ 70,000
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity												10,000
Line of Credit Facility, Borrowing Base of Eligible Accounts Receivable (as a percent)												85.00%
Payments of Dividends						80,000
Unamortized Debt Issuance Expense						1,100
Long-term Debt Term (in years)											5 years
Long-term Debt, Quarterly Maturities										2,500
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis													Base Rate	LIBOR	Federal Funds Rate	one-month LIBOR
Long-term debt, basis spread on variable rate (as a percent)															0.50%	1.00%		1.50%	2.50%		2.25%	3.25%
Line of Credit Facility, Commitment Fee Percentage (as a percent)																	0.375%			0.50%
Interest Expense	1,428	3,100	4,744	10,104	[1]		700	700
Interest Expense, Debt							500	500
Debt Related Commitment Fees and Debt Issuance Costs							$ 200	$ 200
Debt Instrument, Covenant, Leverage Ratio, Minimum																							3.00	2.75	2.5
Debt Instrument, Covenant, Fixd Charge Coverage Ratio, Minimum																										1.15	1.25
Debt Instrument, Covenant, Ownership Percentage Interest (as a percent)																												100.00%	35.00%

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Property, Plant and Equipment, Net

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]

Property, Plant and Equipment, Net

PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, NET

A summary of property, plant and equipment, net is as follows:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Land	$	11,203		$	10,059
Buildings and improvements	52,191			52,983
Machinery, equipment and other	158,134			143,281
Construction in progress	12,132			10,059
	233,660			216,382
Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(55,155		)	(38,800		)
Net property, plant and equipment	$	178,505		$	177,582

Depreciation expense was $6,048 and $4,865 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and $17,491 and $12,219 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

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Acquisitions Steel Excel: Consideration Paid for Controlling Interest (Details) (Steel Excel, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	May 31, 2012
Steel Excel
Business Acquisition, Equity Interests Issued or Issuable [Line Items]
Acquisition-date fair value of previously held equity interest	$ 137,532
Fair value of SWH transferred to Steel Excel	68,747
Less: cash received from Steel Excel for SWH	(7,922)
Total	$ 198,357

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Consolidated Statements of Operations (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012
Revenue
Diversified industrial net sales	$ 171,874		$ 144,629		$ 502,915		$ 453,445	[1]
Energy net sales	31,844		34,293		87,571		65,919	[1]
Financial services revenue	7,162		5,384		20,742		13,519	[1]
Investment and other income	119		8		548		133	[1]
Net investment (losses) gains	(262)		(609)		1,519		15,661	[1]
Total revenue	210,737		183,705		613,295		548,677	[1]
Costs and expenses
Cost of goods sold	145,106		124,463		420,598		361,958	[1]
Selling, general and administrative expenses	55,142		44,874		156,840		128,472	[1]
Impairment charges	1,010		1,410		2,520		1,410	[1]
Finance interest expense	164		236		524		948	[1]
Recovery of loan losses	(5)		(78)		(35)		(322)	[1]
Interest expense	1,428		3,100		4,744		10,104	[1]
Realized and unrealized loss (gain) on derivatives	351		1,134		(702)		(407)	[1]
Deferred fee liability to related party-increase	0		0		0		11,448	[1]
Other income	(1,770)		(303)		(1,209)		(1,257)	[1]
Total costs and expenses	201,426		174,836		583,280		512,354	[1]
Income from continuing operations before income taxes and equity method income (loss)	9,311		8,869		30,015		36,323	[1]
Income tax provision	7,363		2,246		16,077		14,366	[1]
(Loss) Income from equity method investments and investments held at fair value:
(Loss) Income of associated companies, net of taxes	(15,454)		(3,235)		(12,441)		25,384	[1]
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	900		586		742		(8,424)	[1]
(Loss) Income from investments held at fair value	(124)		3,887		(4,665)		12,865	[1]
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(12,730)		7,861		(2,426)		51,782	[1]
Discontinued operations:
Income (Loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes	285	[2]	1,208	[3]	(715)	[4]	3,347	[1],[3]
Gain on sale of discontinued operations, net of taxes	1,863		0		6,294		2,585	[1]
Income from discontinued operations	2,148		1,208		5,579		5,932	[1]
Net (loss) income	(10,582)		9,069		3,153		57,714	[1]
Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities:
Continuing operations	(3,747)		(5,074)		(11,627)		(12,878)	[1]
Discontinued operations	(1,117)		(508)		(2,825)		(2,798)	[1]
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	(4,864)		(5,582)		(14,452)		(15,676)	[1]
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$ (15,446)		$ 3,487		$ (11,299)		$ 42,038	[1]
Net (loss) income per common unit - basic (in dollars per unit)
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(0.56)		0.09		(0.47)		1.32	[1]
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04		0.02		0.09		0.11	[1]
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	(0.52)		0.11		(0.38)		1.43	[1]
Net income per common unit - diluted (in dollars per unit)
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(0.56)		0.09		(0.47)		1.32	[1]
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04		0.02		0.09		0.11	[1]
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	(0.52)		0.11		(0.38)		1.43	[1]
Weighted average number of common units outstanding - basic (in shares)	29,663,204		31,814,312		30,015,739		29,402,343	[1]
Weighted average number of common units outstanding - diluted (in shares)	29,663,204	[5]	31,841,487	[5]	30,015,739	[5]	29,429,518	[5]

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

[2] Includes the operations of ITM through its sale date.

[3] Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC, ITM, DGT's RFI subsidiary and DGT's Villa subsidiary through their respective sale dates.

[4] Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC and ITM through their respective sale dates.

[5] The following were excluded from the diluted per unit calculation as their impact would have been anti-dilutive; Approximately 457,548 and 591,294 incentive units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively. Approximately 77,896 unvested restricted stock units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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Acquisitions

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Business Combinations [Abstract]

Acquisitions

ACQUISITIONS

2013 Acquisitions

Wolverine Joining Technologies, LLC

On April 16, 2013, HNH and its indirect subsidiary, Lucas-Milhaupt Warwick LLC (collectively, the "Buyer"), entered into an asset purchase agreement ("Purchase Agreement") with Wolverine Tube, Inc. ("Wolverine") and its subsidiary, Wolverine Joining Technologies, LLC ("Wolverine Joining" and, together with Wolverine, "Seller"), pursuant to which the Buyer agreed to purchase substantially all of the assets of the Seller used in the business of Wolverine Joining, consisting of assets used for the development, manufacturing and sale of brazing, flux and soldering products and the alloys for electrical, catalyst and other industrial specialties, other than certain leased real property, and to assume certain liabilities related to such business. By acquiring Wolverine Joining, HNH increased its capacity to produce brazing filler metals and fluxes, and broadened its platform for continued global expansion. The purchase price for the acquisition was approximately $59,700, reflecting a final working capital adjustment and certain other reductions totaling approximately $300 as provided in the Purchase Agreement. The closing of this transaction occurred on April 26, 2013. Funding of the purchase price for the acquisition was from cash on hand and borrowings under HNH's senior secured credit facility, which was amended in connection with the acquisition as discussed in Note 13 - "Debt and Capital Lease Obligations." Substantially all of the assets of Wolverine Joining have been pledged to guarantee borrowings under the senior secured credit facility.

In connection with the acquisition of Wolverine Joining, HNH currently expects to incur employee termination charges totaling approximately $400 associated with HNH's integration activities. The majority of the costs have been recorded and paid as of September 30, 2013, and are reflected in selling, general and administrative expenses.

The following table summarizes the amounts of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed recognized at the acquisition date on a preliminary basis (in thousands):

Trade and other receivables	$	9,491
Inventories	17,864
Prepaid and other current assets	90
Property, plant and equipment	6,096
Goodwill	14,111
Other intangibles	13,657
Total assets acquired	61,309
Trade payables	(1,167		)
Accrued liabilities	(395		)
Net assets acquired	$	59,747

The preliminary purchase price allocation is subject to finalization of valuations of certain acquired assets. The goodwill of $14,111 arising from the acquisition consists largely of the synergies expected from combining the operations of the Buyer and Seller. All of the goodwill is assigned to SPLP's Diversified Industrial segment and is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Other intangibles consist primarily of acquired trade names of $4,600 and customer relationships of $9,000. The intangible assets have been assigned 20-year useful lives based on the long operating history, broad market recognition and continued demand for the associated brands, and the limited turnover and long-standing relationships Wolverine Joining has with its existing customer base. The valuation of acquired trade names was performed utilizing a relief from royalty method, and significant assumptions used in the valuation include the royalty rate assumed and the expected level of future sales. The acquired customer relationships were valued using an excess earnings approach, and significant assumptions used in the valuation include the customer attrition rate assumed and the expected level of future sales.

The amount of net sales and operating income of the acquired business included in the consolidated income statement for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 was approximately $30,700 and $1,000, respectively, including $2,000 of intercompany sales which were eliminated in consolidation. The results of operations of the acquired business are reported as a product line within the Company's Diversified Industrial segment.

Steel Excel - Sports Acquisitions

During the first nine months of 2013, Steel Excel's sports business made two acquisitions totaling $3,250 that were not material to SPLP's operations. Steel Excel has determined that one of these acquisitions is a variable interest entity and that Steel Excel is the primary beneficiary. Accordingly, Steel Excel accounts for its acquisition of its 30% membership interest as a business combination and has consolidated this company in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 805. 

2012 Acquisitions

Steel Excel

On May 31, 2012 (the "Acquisition Date"), Steel Excel acquired all of the capital stock of SWH, Inc. ("SWH"), a wholly owned subsidiary of BNS and the parent company of Sun Well Services, Inc. ("Sun Well"), for an acquisition price of  $68,747. The acquisition price was paid through a combination of 2,027,500 shares of common stock of Steel Excel, and $7,922 in cash. The $68,747 exceeded the carrying value of Sun Well by $26,237.  Pursuant to ASC 810-10-45-23 this was deemed a transaction between entities under common control, and accordingly the excess of fair value received over the carrying value of Sun Well of $26,237 was credited to Capital. Also, Sun Well's assets and liabilities were maintained at their historical basis in the consolidated financial statements.

As a result of the transaction, Steel Excel became a majority-owned controlled subsidiary and is consolidated with SPLP from that date. Prior to obtaining a controlling interest on the Acquisition Date, SPLP owned 4,584,399 shares of Steel Excel (42.0% of the outstanding shares) and its investment was accounted for under the equity method at fair value. The additional shares of Steel Excel acquired on the Acquisition Date brought the total number of shares owned by SPLP to 6,611,899, representing 51.1% of the outstanding shares of Steel Excel.

The Company's previously held equity interest and the noncontrolling interest in Steel Excel were valued at $30 per share, which is the fair value of Steel Excel shares specified in the Share Acquisition Agreement.

The acquisition-date fair value of the Company's equity interest in Steel Excel was $137,532 prior to the 2,027,500 shares acquired on the Acquisition Date.

The following table summarizes the consideration paid for the controlling interest in Steel Excel:

	Consideration Paid
Acquisition-date fair value of previously held equity interest	$	137,532
Fair value of SWH transferred to Steel Excel	68,747
Less: cash received from Steel Excel for SWH	(7,922		)
Total	$	198,357

The following table summarizes the fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the Acquisition Date and the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Steel Excel on the Acquisition Date:

	Amount
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	41,963
Marketable securities	217,526
Accounts receivable	23,435
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	3,129
Property, plant and equipment	74,880
Goodwill	48,468
Identifiable intangible assets	22,793
Other assets	4,088
Total assets acquired	$	436,282
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	$	10,842
Debt	17,968
Other long-term liabilities	19,517
Total liabilities assumed	48,327
Fair value of non-controlling interests	189,598
Net assets acquired	$	198,357

The goodwill of $48,468 arising from the acquisition consists largely of the synergies and economies of scale expected from combining the operations of Sun Well and Steel Excel's oilfield services operations. All of the goodwill was assigned to the Company's Energy segment. None of the goodwill recognized is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.

The valuation of the intangible assets acquired and related amortization periods are as follows:

	Amount		Amortization Period (Years)
Products and customer relationships	$	16,191	8 to 10 Years
Trademarks	5,890		5 to 7 Years
Favorable lease	47		2 Years
Non-compete agreement	469		5 Years
Other	196
Total identifiable intangible assets	$	22,793

The estimated amortization of intangibles from the acquisition will be approximately $2,000 for the remainder of 2013, $3,265 in 2014, $2,807 in 2015, $2,186 in 2016, $1,664 in 2017 and $6,052 thereafter.

Zaklad Przetwórstwa Metali INMET Sp. z o.o.

On November 5, 2012, a subsidiary of H&H acquired 100% of the stock of Zaklad Przetwórstwa Metali INMET Sp. z o.o., a Polish manufacturer of brazing alloys and contact materials, for a cash purchase price of $4,000, net of cash acquired. This acquisition provides H&H with a new family of fabricated joining materials and a broader presence in the European market.

W.P. Hickman Company

On December 31, 2012, a subsidiary of H&H acquired substantially all of the assets of W.P. Hickman Company ("Hickman"), a North American manufacturer of perimeter metal roof edges for low slope roofs. The final purchase price was $8,200, which reflects proceeds from a final working capital adjustment of $300 received in February 2013. The final purchase price allocation was completed during the three months ended March 31, 2013, and HNH recorded final goodwill totaling approximately $2,800 in connection with the Hickman acquisition, which is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. This acquisition provides H&H with an add-on product category to its existing roofing business.

Pro Forma Results

The following unaudited pro forma results of operations for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 assumes that the Wolverine and Steel Excel acquisitions were made at the beginning of 2012. This unaudited pro forma information does not purport to be indicative of the results that would have been obtained if the acquisition had actually occurred at the beginning of 2012, or of the results that may be reported in the future. The 2013 supplemental pro forma earnings were adjusted to exclude $600 of acquisition-related costs incurred in 2013 and $500 of nonrecurring expense related to the fair value adjustment to acquisition-date inventories. 2012 supplemental pro forma earnings were adjusted to include these charges.

	Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012
Revenue	$	638,445		$	645,436
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	(9,868		)	45,136
Net (loss) income per common unit – basic and diluted	(0.33		)	1.54

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Net Income (Loss) Per Common Unit

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

Net Income Per Common Unit

NET INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON UNIT

The following data was used in computing net (loss) income per common unit shown in the consolidated statements of operations:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(12,730	)	$	7,861		$	(2,426	)	$	51,782
Restricted stock expense	—			31			—			93
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	(3,747		)	(5,074		)	(11,627		)	(12,878		)
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(16,477		)	2,818			(14,053		)	38,997
Income from discontinued operations	2,148			1,208			5,579			5,932
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	(1,117		)	(508		)	(2,825		)	(2,798		)
	1,031			700			2,754			3,134
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(15,446	)	$	3,518		$	(11,299	)	$	42,131
Net (loss) income per common unit - basic:
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Net (loss) income per common unit – diluted:
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Weighted average common units outstanding - basic	29,663,204			31,814,312			30,015,739			29,402,343
Unvested restricted stock	—			27,175			—			27,175
Denominator for net income per common unit - diluted (a)	29,663,204			31,841,487			30,015,739			29,429,518

(a) The following were excluded from the diluted per unit calculation as their impact would have been anti-dilutive; Approximately 457,548 and 591,294 incentive units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively. Approximately 77,896 unvested restricted stock units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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Income Taxes (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income tax provision	$ 7,363	$ 2,246	$ 16,077	$ 14,366	[1]

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Fair Value Measurements Hierarchy Table (Details) (Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member], USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Level 1
Assets:
Total	$ 334,197		$ 240,280
Liabilities:
Total	0		0
Level 2
Assets:
Total	39,189		128,605
Liabilities:
Total	24,421		24,769
Level 3
Assets:
Total	35,695		24,588
Liabilities:
Total	0		184
Total [Member]
Assets:
Total	409,081		393,473
Liabilities:
Total	24,421		24,953
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Member] | Level 2
Assets:
Marketable securities	1,700	[1]
Marketable securities [Member] | Level 1
Assets:
Marketable securities	134,463	[1]	128,123	[1]
Marketable securities [Member] | Level 2
Assets:
Marketable securities	17,171	[1]	69,222	[1]
Marketable securities [Member] | Level 3
Assets:
Marketable securities	17,861	[1]	1,783	[1]
Marketable securities [Member] | Total [Member]
Assets:
Marketable securities	169,495	[1]	199,128	[1]
Long-term investments [Member] | Level 1
Assets:
Long-term investments	182,673	[1]	112,030	[1]
Long-term investments [Member] | Level 2
Assets:
Long-term investments	22,018	[1]	59,383	[1]
Long-term investments [Member] | Level 3
Assets:
Long-term investments	16,985	[1]	21,784	[1]
Long-term investments [Member] | Total [Member]
Assets:
Long-term investments	221,676	[1]	193,197	[1]
Non-controlling interests in certain funds | Level 1
Assets:
Investments in certain funds	0		0
Non-controlling interests in certain funds | Level 2
Assets:
Investments in certain funds	0		0
Non-controlling interests in certain funds | Level 3
Assets:
Investments in certain funds	849		1,021
Non-controlling interests in certain funds | Total [Member]
Assets:
Investments in certain funds	849		1,021
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value [Member] | Level 1
Assets:
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value	15,664
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value [Member] | Level 2
Assets:
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value	0
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value [Member] | Level 3
Assets:
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value	0
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value [Member] | Total [Member]
Assets:
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value	15,664
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories [Member] | Level 1
Assets:
Long-term investments			127
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories	1,397
Liabilities:
Derivative features of subordinated notes			0
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories [Member] | Level 2
Assets:
Long-term investments			0
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories	0
Liabilities:
Derivative features of subordinated notes			27
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories [Member] | Level 3
Assets:
Long-term investments			0
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories	0
Liabilities:
Derivative features of subordinated notes			0
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories [Member] | Total [Member]
Assets:
Long-term investments			127
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories	1,397
Liabilities:
Derivative features of subordinated notes			27
Financial instruments [Member] | Level 1
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	0		0
Financial instruments [Member] | Level 2
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	24,632		24,742
Financial instruments [Member] | Level 3
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	0		0
Financial instruments [Member] | Total [Member]
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	24,632		24,742
Interest rate swap agreement [Member] | Level 1
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	0
Interest rate swap agreement [Member] | Level 2
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	(211)
Interest rate swap agreement [Member] | Level 3
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	0
Interest rate swap agreement [Member] | Total [Member]
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	(211)
Derivative features of subordinated notes [Member] | Level 1
Liabilities:
Deferred fee liability to related party			0
Derivative features of subordinated notes [Member] | Level 2
Liabilities:
Deferred fee liability to related party			0
Derivative features of subordinated notes [Member] | Level 3
Liabilities:
Deferred fee liability to related party	0		184
Derivative features of subordinated notes [Member] | Total [Member]
Liabilities:
Deferred fee liability to related party			$ 184

[1] For additional detail of the marketable securities and long-term investments see Note 4 - "Investments." In addition. there is approximately $1,700 of other investments included in Cash and cash equivalents that are considered a Level 2 investment.

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Acquisitions Zaklad (Details) (HNH, Zaklad, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	0 Months Ended
	Nov. 05, 2012
HNH | Zaklad
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Ownership interest (as a percent)	100.00%
Purchase price	$ 4,000

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Goodwill and Other Intangibles

GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLES

A reconciliation of the change in the carrying value of goodwill by reportable segment is as follows:

	September 30, 2013
	Diversified			Energy		Corporate		Total
Balance at beginning of year	$	15,112		$	48,429	$	81	$	63,622
Acquisitions	14,111			6,071		—		20,182
Currency translation adjustment	6			—		—		6
Other adjustments (a)	(454		)	—		—		(454		)
Balance at end of period	$	28,775		$	54,500	$	81	$	83,356

(a) Represents final purchase price allocation adjustments, including a final working capital adjustment, associated with the prior year HNH acquisition of Hickman. For additional information, see Note 2 - "Acquisitions."

	December 31, 2012
	Diversified		Energy			Corporate		Total
Balance at beginning of year	$	11,838	$	24,837		$	81	$	36,756
BNS sale of SWH to Steel Excel	—		(24,836		)	—		(24,836		)
Acquisition of Steel Excel	—		48,468			—		48,468
Acquisition of Hickman	3,267		—			—		3,267
Other acquisitions	—		154			—		154
Impairment	—		(192		)	—		(192		)
Currency translation adjustment/other	7		(2		)	—		5
Balance at end of year	$	15,112	$	48,429		$	81	$	63,622

A summary of intangible assets other than goodwill is summarized as follows:

	September 30, 2013					December 31, 2012
	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net
Product and customer relationships	$	112,014	$	20,606	91,408	$	102,756	$	14,664	$	88,092
Trademarks	28,165		3,474		24,691	23,610		2,016		21,594
Patents and technology	19,265		5,270		13,995	19,025		4,063		14,962
Other	2,494		1,365		1,129	2,446		1,182		1,264
	$	161,938	$	30,715	131,223	$	147,837	$	21,925	$	125,912

Trademarks with indefinite lives as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 were $8,020. Amortization expense related to intangible assets was $3,052 and $3,158 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and was $8,852 and $7,540 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Future amortization expense of the intangible assets acquired in the Wolverine Joining acquisition (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions") is expected to total $200 for the remainder of 2013, $700 in each of the years 2014 through 2017, respectively, and $10,400 thereafter. These balances are subject to adjustment during the finalization of the purchase price allocation for the Wolverine Joining acquisition.

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended			9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012 Steel Excel	May 31, 2012 Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Hickman		Dec. 31, 2012 Hickman	Sep. 30, 2013 Other Companies	Dec. 31, 2012 Other Companies	Sep. 30, 2013 Diversified	Dec. 31, 2012 Diversified	Dec. 31, 2012 Diversified Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Diversified Hickman		Dec. 31, 2012 Diversified Hickman	Sep. 30, 2013 Diversified Other Companies	Dec. 31, 2012 Diversified Other Companies	Sep. 30, 2013 Energy	Dec. 31, 2012 Energy	Dec. 31, 2012 Energy Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Energy Hickman		Dec. 31, 2012 Energy Hickman	Sep. 30, 2013 Energy Other Companies	Dec. 31, 2012 Energy Other Companies	Sep. 30, 2013 Corporate	Dec. 31, 2012 Corporate	Dec. 31, 2012 Corporate Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Corporate Hickman		Dec. 31, 2012 Corporate Hickman	Sep. 30, 2013 Corporate Other Companies	Dec. 31, 2012 Corporate Other Companies
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of year	$ 63,622	$ 36,756		$ 48,468						$ 15,112	$ 11,838							$ 48,429	$ 24,837							$ 81	$ 81
BNS sale of SWH to Steel Excel		(24,836)									0								(24,836)								0
Acquisition			48,468				3,267	20,182	154			0			3,267	14,111	0			48,468			0	6,071	154			0			0	0	0
Impairment		(192)									0								(192)								0
Currency translation adjustment/other	6	5								6	7							0	(2)							0	0
Other adjustments					(454)	[1]							(454)	[1]							0	[1]							0	[1]
Balance at end of year	$ 83,356	$ 63,622		$ 48,468						$ 28,775	$ 15,112							$ 54,500	$ 48,429							$ 81	$ 81

[1] Represents final purchase price allocation adjustments, including a final working capital adjustment, associated with the prior year HNH acquisition of Hickman. For additional information, see Note 2 - "Acquisitions."

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Nature of Business and Basis of Presentation (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Income Tax (Expense) Benefit, Reclassification Adjustment	$ 5,510

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable Past Due Loans (Accruing and Nonaccruing) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Receivable [Line Items]
Current	$ 31,917
30-89 days past due	476
Equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,213
Total past due	2,689	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, total	34,606
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,092		2,581
Guarantee by USDA or SBA (1)	2,196
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Current	2,452
30-89 days past due	419
Equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,103
Total past due	2,522	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, total	4,974
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,092
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Current	2,270
30-89 days past due	419
Equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,103
Total past due	2,522	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, total	4,792
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,092
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Current	182
30-89 days past due	0
Equal to greater than 90 days past due	0
Total past due	0	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, total	182
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	0
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Current	29,465
30-89 days past due	57
Equal to greater than 90 days past due	110
Total past due	167	[1]
Outstanding loan balances, total	29,632
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	$ 0

[1] $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Acquisitions W.P Hickman Company (Details) (HNH, Hickman, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2013	Feb. 28, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
HNH | Hickman
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Purchase price			$ 8,200
Business Acquisition, Purchase Price Allocation, Working Capital Adjustment		300
Goodwill, Period Increase (Decrease)	$ 2,800

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Inventories (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Inventory, Current

A summary of inventories is as follows:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Finished products	$	18,245	$	19,229
In – process	10,644		8,344
Raw materials	15,229		14,346
Fine and fabricated precious metal in various stages of completion	24,745		9,599
	68,863		51,518
Excess of market value over LIFO cost	—		(2,695		)
	$	68,863	$	48,823

Inventory Supplemental Disclosure

As of December 31, 2012, H&H’s customer metal consisted of208,433ounces of silver,541ounces of gold, and1,399ounces of palladium.

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Supplemental inventory information:
Precious metals stated at LIFO cost	$	9,443	$	5,460
Precious metals stated under non-LIFO cost methods, primarily at fair value	14,685		—
Market value per ounce:
Silver	21.81		30.20
Gold	1,339.00		1,675.40
Palladium	731.30		702.85

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Regulatory Matters

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Regulatory Matters [Abstract]

Regulatory Matters

REGULATORY MATTERS

SPLP

The Company historically has conducted its business so as not to be deemed an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Act”). The Company filed with the SEC a request for an order under the Act to provide the additional time for the Company to restructure its holdings so as not to be required to register as an investment company under the Act. Under the terms of the requested order, the Company is required to undertake transactions consistent with certain qualitative tests related to the Company’s assets and/or income and to refrain from trading for short-term speculative purposes. The Company is required to meet these tests (or otherwise not be subject to the Act) within one year following the order date. On May 23, 2012, the SEC granted the Company's request for an order. If the Company is unable to bring itself into conformity with the relevant tests within the relief period and is unable to otherwise remain outside of the Act’s registration requirement, the Company would be forced to register as an investment company or seek other alternatives, such as making significant changes to the Company’s business model to avoid investment company registration. Such significant changes could have a material adverse effect on the Company’s performance.

WebBank

WebBank is subject to various regulatory capital requirements administered by federal banking agencies. Failure to meet minimum capital requirements can initiate certain actions by regulators that, if undertaken, could have a direct material effect on WebBank’s financial statements. Under capital adequacy guidelines and the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action, WebBank must meet specific capital guidelines that involve quantitative measures of its assets, liabilities, and certain off-balance sheet items as calculated under regulatory accounting practices. WebBank’s capital amounts and classification are also subject to qualitative judgments by the regulators about components, risk weightings, and other factors.

Quantitative measures established by regulation to ensure capital adequacy require WebBank to maintain minimum amounts and ratios of Total and Tier 1 capital (as defined in the regulations) to risk-weighted assets (as defined), and of Tier I capital (as defined) to average quarterly assets (as defined). As of September 30, 2013, WebBank exceeded all the capital adequacy requirements to which it is subject.

As of September 30, 2013, WebBank was categorized as well-capitalized under the regulatory framework for prompt corrective action. There are no conditions or events, since the most recent FDIC notification, which have changed WebBank’s prompt corrective action category. To remain categorized as well-capitalized, WebBank will have to maintain minimum total risk-based, Tier 1 risk-based, and Tier 1 leverage capital.

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Income Taxes

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]

Income Taxes

INCOME TAXES

For the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded a tax provision of $7,363 and $2,246, respectively. For the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Company recorded a tax provision of $16,077 and $14,366, respectively. The Company’s tax provision represents the income tax expense or benefit of its consolidated subsidiaries. The Company's consolidated subsidiaries have recorded deferred tax valuation allowances to the extent that they believe it is more likely than not that the benefits of the deferred tax assets will not be realized in future periods.

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations Subordinated Notes (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended		3 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2013 Affiliated Entity Subordinated Debt [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Affiliated Entity Subordinated Debt [Member]	Mar. 26, 2013 Affiliated Entity Subordinated Debt [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Affiliated Entity Subordinated Debt [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Subordinated Notes, interest rate, stated percentage (as a percent)				10.00%	10.00%
Debt Instrument, Repurchase Amount					$ 31,800
Debt Instrument, Redemption Amount as Percentage of Principal Amount (as a percent)					112.60%
Long-term Debt				0		391
Debt Instrument Irrevocable Deposit					36,900
Loss on early retirement of debt	$ 1,782	$ 0	$ 5,700

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Segment Information (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment

Segment information is presented below:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Revenue:
Diversified industrial	$	171,874		$	144,629		$	502,915		$	453,445
Energy	31,844			34,293			87,571			65,919
Financial services	7,162			5,384			20,742			13,519
Corporate and other	(143		)	(601		)	2,067			15,794
Total	$	210,737		$	183,705		$	613,295		$	548,677
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:
Diversified industrial	$	10,782		$	10,287		$	50,301		$	32,306
Energy	3,007			6,208			8,463			23,470
Financial services	4,731			3,229			13,167			7,595
Corporate and other	(23,887		)	(9,617		)	(58,280		)	2,777
(Loss) Income from continuing operations before income taxes	(5,367		)	10,107			13,651			66,148
Income tax provision	7,363			2,246			16,077			14,366
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(12,730	)	$	7,861		$	(2,426	)	$	51,782
(Loss) Income from equity method investments:
Diversified industrial	$	(4,005	)	$	1,684		$	11,197		$	(1,298	)
Energy	(137		)	—			(217		)	13,139
Corporate and other	(10,412		)	(4,333		)	(22,679		)	5,119
Total	$	(14,554	)	$	(2,649	)	$	(11,699	)	$	16,960

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Investments (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]

Marketable Securities

The Company's portfolio of marketable securities was as follows:

	September 30, 2013											December 31, 2012
	Cost			Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair value			Cost			Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair value
Available for sale securities
Short-term deposits	$	106,903		$	—	$	—		$	106,903		$	48,596		$	—	$	—		$	48,596
Mutual funds	12,505			3,624		—			16,129			10,368			1,452		—			11,820
United States government securities	50,383			29		—			50,412			99,525			20		(68		)	99,477
Equity securities	69,888			8,279		(4,197		)	73,970			20,822			1,217		(1,922		)	20,117
Commercial paper	6,297			1		—			6,298			22,292			5		(6		)	22,291
Corporate obligations	23,574			855		(43		)	24,386			48,683			308		(277		)	48,714
Total marketable securities	269,550			12,788		(4,240		)	278,098			250,286			3,002		(2,273		)	251,015
Amounts classified as cash equivalents	(108,603		)	—		—			(108,603		)	(51,887		)	—		—			(51,887		)
Amounts classified as marketable securities	$	160,947		$	12,788	$	(4,240	)	$	169,495		$	198,399		$	3,002	$	(2,273	)	$	199,128

Available-for-sale Securities

The amortized cost and estimated fair value of investments in available-for-sale securities as of September 30, 2013, by contractual maturity, were as follows:

	Cost		Estimated Fair Value
Mature in one year or less	$	44,134	$	44,157
Mature after one year through three years	14,285		14,435
Mature after three years	21,834		22,504
Total debt securities	80,253		81,096
Securities with no contractual maturities	189,297		197,002
	$	269,550	$	278,098

Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments

The following table summarizes the Company's long-term investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012. For those investments at fair value, the carrying amount of the investment equals its respective fair value.

					Investment Balance				Income (Loss) Recorded in Statement of Operations
									Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
					September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012		2013			2012			2013			2012
(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Equity securities - U.S. (1), (2)
Computer Software and Services					$	2,312	$	3,824
Aerospace/Defense					67,021		38,256
Manufacturing					—		28,032
Restaurants					23,511		15,012
Other					566		35,704
					93,410		120,828
Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations:
API Group PLC ("API") (1)					28,942		32,678		$	806		$	3,568		$	(3,735	)	$	10,757
Barbican Group Holdings Limited					—		—		—			319			—			2,108
					122,352		153,506		$	806		$	3,887		$	(3,735	)	$	12,865
(B) EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS
Investments in Associated Companies:	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
At Cost:	Ownership
CoSine	48.6	%	46.8	%	$	5,973	$	6,668	$	(75	)	$	(59	)	$	(320	)	$	(235	)
Other (7)					8,984		—		(137		)	—			(217		)	—
At Fair Value:
ModusLink Global Solutions, Inc. ("MLNK") (1)	27.1	%	14.8	%	38,309		—		(5,144		)	—			(11,694		)	—
SL Industries, Inc. ("SLI") (1)	24.0	%	24.1	%	24,324		17,907		(628		)	1,684			6,417			(1,298		)
JPS Industries, Inc. ("JPS") (2)	39.3	%	39.3	%	19,706		—		(3,378		)	—			4,780			—
Fox & Hound (3)	50.0	%	50.0	%	—		10,521		(6,206		)	(4,860		)	(11,521		)	13,778
Other (3)	45.9	%	—	%	3,490		—		114			—			114			—
Steel Excel					—		—		—			—			—			13,139
					100,786		35,096		$	(15,454	)	$	(3,235	)	$	(12,441	)	$	25,384
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party:
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series B (Barbican) (3)					—		16		$	—		$	356		$	(16	)	$	2,385
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series D ( Fox & Hound)(3)					508		542		(15		)	(26		)	(34		)	(11,199		)
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series G (SPCA) (3), (4)					6,194		6,016		858			23			178			500
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series H (SPJSF) (3), (5)					4,539		3,891		57			252			648			229
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series I (3), (6)					—		798		—			(19		)	(34		)	(339		)
					11,241		11,263		$	900		$	586		$	742		$	(8,424	)
(C) OTHER INVESTMENTS
ModusLink Warrants (3)					2,254		—		$	(581	)	$	—		$	(930	)	$	—
Total Long-Term Investments					$	236,633	$	199,865

(1) Level 1 investment. Equity securities totaling $91,098 and $79,352 were classified as Level 1 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

(2) Level 2 investment. Equity securities totaling $2,312 and $41,476 were classified as Level 2 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

(3) Level 3 investment. For additional information related to the Company's Level 3 investments, see Note 5 - "Fair Value Measurements."

(4) Steel Partners China Access I L.P.

(5) Steel Partners Japan Strategic Fund, L.P.

(6) Sold in the second quarter of 2013. See Note 12 - "Related Party Transactions" for additional information.

(7) Represents Steel Excel's investments in a sports business and iGo, Inc. of 40% and 44.7%, respectively.

Schedule of Activity of Available-for-sale Securities and Equity Method Investments

The following table presents activity for the available-for-sale securities presented in the table above for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Proceeds from sales	$	2,782		$	580		$	3,964		$	29,317
Gross gains from sales	$	1,149		$	73		$	1,245		$	2,985
Gross losses from sales	—			—			—			—
Net investment gain	$	1,149		$	73		$	1,245		$	2,985
Change in net unrealized holding gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income	$	(2,158	)	$	19,732		$	46,234		$	7,007
Reclassified out of other comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized gains	$	987		$	65		$	14,217		$	3,118
Unrealized losses	—			(828		)	(2,632		)	(828		)
Total	$	987		$	(763	)	$	11,585		$	2,290

Schedule of Unrealized Gains and Losses on Investments

The cost basis and unrealized gains and losses related to our available for sale securities are as follows:

	September 30, 2013									December 31, 2012
	Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value
Computer Software and Services	$	2,312	$	—	$	—		$	2,312	$	4,447	$	4	$	(627	)	$	3,824
Aerospace/Defense	11,675		55,346		—			67,021		11,675		26,581		—			38,256
Manufacturing	—		—		—			—		16,278		11,754		—			28,032
Restaurants	5,974		17,537		—			23,511		5,974		9,038		—			15,012
Other	575		—		(9		)	566		43,177		101		(7,574		)	35,704
	$	20,536	$	72,883	$	(9	)	$	93,410	$	81,551	$	47,478	$	(8,201	)	$	120,828

Schedule of Additional Disclosures of Associated Companies

The following table presents summarized balance sheet and income statement data for SPLP's associated company investments:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Current assets	$	467,457		$	96,280
Noncurrent assets	367,524			252,005
Total assets	$	834,981		$	348,285
Current liabilities	$	369,474		$	61,201
Noncurrent liabilities	154,939			170,857
Total liabilities	524,413			232,058
Parent equity	310,568			116,227
Total liabilities and equity	$	834,981		$	348,285
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Summary income statement amounts:
Revenue	$	290,155		$	112,916		$	984,595		$	369,582
Gross profit	47,201			17,206			139,829			54,697
Loss from continuing operations	(2,675		)	(3,541		)	(19,596		)	(4,748		)
Net loss after noncontrolling interests	(2,918		)	(4,033		)	(19,287		)	(12,749		)

Schedule of Equity Method Investments

The following tables provide combined summarized data with respect to the other investments - related party accounted for under the equity method, at fair value:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Total assets	$	25,761		$	25,824
Total liabilities	(32		)	(37		)
Net Asset Value	$	25,729		$	25,787
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013		2012
Summary income statement amounts:
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations	$	2,084		$	1,469		$	1,274	$	(19,264	)

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]

Reconciliation of the change in the carrying value of goodwill

A reconciliation of the change in the carrying value of goodwill by reportable segment is as follows:

	September 30, 2013
	Diversified			Energy		Corporate		Total
Balance at beginning of year	$	15,112		$	48,429	$	81	$	63,622
Acquisitions	14,111			6,071		—		20,182
Currency translation adjustment	6			—		—		6
Other adjustments (a)	(454		)	—		—		(454		)
Balance at end of period	$	28,775		$	54,500	$	81	$	83,356

(a) Represents final purchase price allocation adjustments, including a final working capital adjustment, associated with the prior year HNH acquisition of Hickman. For additional information, see Note 2 - "Acquisitions."

	December 31, 2012
	Diversified		Energy			Corporate		Total
Balance at beginning of year	$	11,838	$	24,837		$	81	$	36,756
BNS sale of SWH to Steel Excel	—		(24,836		)	—		(24,836		)
Acquisition of Steel Excel	—		48,468			—		48,468
Acquisition of Hickman	3,267		—			—		3,267
Other acquisitions	—		154			—		154
Impairment	—		(192		)	—		(192		)
Currency translation adjustment/other	7		(2		)	—		5
Balance at end of year	$	15,112	$	48,429		$	81	$	63,622

Summary of Intangible Assets

A summary of intangible assets other than goodwill is summarized as follows:

	September 30, 2013					December 31, 2012
	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net	Gross Carrying Amount		Accumulated Amortization		Net
Product and customer relationships	$	112,014	$	20,606	91,408	$	102,756	$	14,664	$	88,092
Trademarks	28,165		3,474		24,691	23,610		2,016		21,594
Patents and technology	19,265		5,270		13,995	19,025		4,063		14,962
Other	2,494		1,365		1,129	2,446		1,182		1,264
	$	161,938	$	30,715	131,223	$	147,837	$	21,925	$	125,912

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Acquisitions Wolverine (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Sep. 30, 2013 HNH Wolverine	Apr. 16, 2013 HNH Wolverine	Apr. 16, 2013 Trademarks HNH Wolverine	Apr. 16, 2013 Products and Customer Relationships HNH Wolverine
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Purchase price					$ 59,700
Working Capital Adjustment					300
Restructuring Reserve				400
Goodwill	83,356	63,622	36,756		14,111
Other intangibles					13,657	4,600	9,000
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)				20 years
Net sales				30,700
Operating income				1,000
Intercompany Revenue				$ 2,000

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Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation (Policies)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]

Principles of Consolidation, Policy

The consolidated financial statements include the consolidated financial results of SPLP, and its subsidiaries WebFinancial Holding Corporation (“WebFinancial” or "WebBank"), Handy & Harman Ltd ("HNH"), BNS Holding, Inc. ("BNS"), the BNS Liquidating Trust, ("BNS Liquidating Trust"), DGT Holdings Corp. ("DGT"), Steel Excel Inc. ("Steel Excel") and SPH Services, Inc. ("SPH Services"). Acquired companies are presented from their dates of acquisition (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions" for information on acquisition activity). DGT’s financial statements are recorded on a two-month lag, and as a result the balance sheet and statement of operations as of and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 includes DGT’s activity for its three and nine months ended July 27, 2013.

DGT completed the sale of its RFI subsidiary's ("RFI") Power Conversion assets and operations in the fourth quarter of 2012 and the sale of its Villa subsidiary ("Villa") in the first quarter of 2012. Also, in January 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the assets and existing operations of its Continental Industries ("Continental") business unit, a wholly owned subsidiary of Handy & Harman ("H&H") and in June 2013 HNH divested Canfield Metal Coating Corporation ("CMCC") and discontinued the operations of Indiana Tube de México, S. De R.L. de C.V. ("ITM"). The results and operations of RFI, Villa and HNH's discontinued operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 are presented as discontinued operations in SPLP's consolidated financial statements, through their respective sale dates, (see Note 3 - "Discontinued Operations").

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Segment Information Segment Description (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Diversified Industrial
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information, Intersegment Revenue	$ 2,200	$ 2,745	$ 6,600	$ 8,235
Energy
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information, Intersegment Revenue	900	450	2,700	1,100
Financial Services
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information, Intersegment Revenue	$ 63	$ 63	$ 188	$ 188

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Investments Equity Method Investments (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended				3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended					6 Months Ended						3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended					0 Months Ended					3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended		3 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013 Cosine [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Cosine [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Cosine [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Cosine [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Cosine [Member]	Mar. 31, 2013 Fitness Company [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 iGo, Inc. [Member]	Jun. 30, 2013 ModusLink [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 ModusLink [Member]		Mar. 31, 2013 ModusLink [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 ModusLink [Member]		Jun. 30, 2013 JPS Industries [Member] member		Jun. 30, 2013 JPS Industries [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 JPS Industries [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 JPS Industries [Member]		Mar. 19, 2012 Fox & Hound [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Fox & Hound [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Fox & Hound [Member]		Jun. 30, 2012 Steel Excel	Dec. 31, 2012 Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Steel Excel	Jun. 30, 2013 Japanese Real Estate Partnership [Member]	Mar. 31, 2013 Japanese Real Estate Partnership [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Japanese Real Estate Partnership [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Japanese Real Estate Partnership [Member]
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Capital changes									$ 12	$ 2	$ 374	$ 51
Quoted Market Value									9,559		9,559		9,559
Ownership percentage (as a percent)									48.60%		48.60%		46.80%	40.00%	44.70%		27.10%	[1]	27.10%	14.80%	[1]				39.30%	[2]	39.30%	[2]		50.00%	[3]	50.00%	[3]
Aggregate Cost														4,000	5,200
Number of Shares Purchased (in shares)																			7,500,000
Sale of Stock, Price Per Share (in dollars per share)																			$ 4
Equity Method Investment, Number of shares owned (in shares)																			6,481,185
Unrealized Holding Loss on Securities Reclassification																4,800
Number of Warrants Purchased (in shares)																			2,000,000
Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights (in dollars per share)																			5
Number of Board of Directors Committee Members (in members)																						2
Term during which Board Member will serve (in years)																						1 year
Unrealized gain on available for sale securities, net of tax	(773)	[4]	19,499	[4]	35,348	[4]	13,275															13,200	[1]	13,200
Payments to Acquire Equity Method Investments																													10,923								311
Long-term investments	100,786				100,786			35,096	5,973		5,973		6,668				38,309	[1]		0	[1]				19,706	[2]	0	[2]		0	[3]	10,521	[3]		0	0				4,576
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments																																						$ 1,510	$ 581
Number of Shares Issued in Transaction (in shares)																																		2,227,500
Percentage of Ownership after Transaction (in dollars per share)																																			51.10%

[1] Level 1 investment. Equity securities totaling $91,098 and $79,352 were classified as Level 1 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

[2] Level 2 investment. Equity securities totaling $2,312 and $41,476 were classified as Level 2 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

[3] Level 3 investment. For additional information related to the Company's Level 3 investments, see Note 5 - "Fair Value Measurements."

[4] Includes a net tax benefit of $664 and a tax provision of $2,049 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and includes a net tax provision of $262 and a net tax benefit of $3,843 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

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Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Incentive Compensation (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Jan. 02, 2012
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
Incentive units granted, percentage of outstanding common units (as a percent)					100.00%
Stock or Unit Option Plan Expense	$ 7,536	$ 0	$ 14,313	$ 0
Stock or Unit Option Plan Expense, Incentive Unit Expense (in shares)			952,947

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Financial Instruments Foreign Exchange Rollforward (Details) (Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member], Foreign currency financial instruments [Member], USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Foreign currency financial instruments [Member]
Foreign exchange transactions:
Balance, beginning of year	$ 24,742		$ 23,736
Net investment (gains) losses	(274)		848
Receipt of dividends, net of interest expense	134		149
Other	30		0
Balance, end of the year	$ 24,632	[1]	$ 24,733	[1]

[1] The financial instruments payable in foreign currencies are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements. Carrying value approximates fair value.

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Investments Other Comprehensive Income (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Computer Software and Services [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Computer Software and Services [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Aerospace/Defense [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Aerospace/Defense [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Manufacturing [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Manufacturing [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Restaurants [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Restaurants [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Other Industry [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] Other Industry [Member]
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Other than Temporary Impairment Losses, Investments, Portion Recognized in Earnings, Net	$ 1,010	$ 829
Cost			20,536		81,551		2,312		4,447		11,675		11,675		0		16,278		5,974		5,974		575		43,177
Gross Unrealized Gains			72,883		47,478		0		4		55,346		26,581		0		11,754		17,537		9,038		0		101
Gross Unrealized Losses			(9)		(8,201)		0		(627)		0		0		0		0		0		0		(9)		(7,574)
Fair value			$ 93,410	[1],[2]	$ 120,828	[1],[2]	$ 2,312	[1],[2]	$ 3,824	[1],[2]	$ 67,021	[1],[2]	$ 38,256	[1],[2]	$ 0	[1],[2]	$ 28,032	[1],[2]	$ 23,511	[1],[2]	$ 15,012	[1],[2]	$ 566	[1],[2]	$ 35,704	[1],[2]

[1] Level 2 investment. Equity securities totaling $2,312 and $41,476 were classified as Level 2 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

[2] Level 1 investment. Equity securities totaling $91,098 and $79,352 were classified as Level 1 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Pension Benefit Plans (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]

The following table presents the components of pension expense and components of other post-retirement benefit (income) expense for the HNH pension plans included the following:

	Pension Benefits
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Interest cost	$	4,639		$	5,503		$	13,954		$	16,238
Expected return on plan assets	(5,976		)	(6,765		)	(17,988		)	(20,255		)
Amortization of actuarial loss	1,196			875			3,863			2,140
Total	$	(141	)	$	(387	)	$	(171	)	$	(1,877	)

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Fair Value Measurements Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended				9 Months Ended					0 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013 Deferred Features of Subordinated Note [Member] Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 3	Dec. 31, 2012 Deferred Features of Subordinated Note [Member] Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] Level 3	Nov. 30, 2012 Steel Excel	Jun. 11, 2013 Three Point Seven Five Percent Unsecured Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member] Steel Excel	Nov. 30, 2012 Three Point Seven Five Percent Unsecured Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member] Steel Excel	Jun. 11, 2013 School Specialties [Member] Steel Excel	Jan. 28, 2013 School Specialties [Member] Steel Excel
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Market Risk Premium (as a percent)	35.00%
Payments to Acquire Available-for-sale Securities, Debt								$ 9,800	$ 6,000
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Securities							11,900
Financing, Amount Arranged											21,300
Shares Received in Exchange for Convertible Debentures (in shares)										26,457
Cash Received in Exchange for Investment in Loan										17,500
Shares Received in Exchange for Investment in Loan (in shares)										49,136
Fair Value of Shares Received (in dollars per share)										$ 109
Gain on Disposal of Subordinated Debentures										3,200
Gain on Diisposal of Loan										1,600
Increase (Decrease) in Due to Related Parties					184
Deferred fee liability to related party					0	184
Impaired loan recorded investment	2,665	[1]	2,915	[1]
Loans guaranteed	$ 2,196		$ 2,328

[1] $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Related Party Transactions Other (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified					3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended			5 Months Ended	9 Months Ended			3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended		3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013 Director	Sep. 30, 2012 Director	Sep. 30, 2013 Director	Sep. 30, 2012 Director	Dec. 31, 2012 Director	Sep. 30, 2013 Audit Committee, Chairman	Sep. 30, 2013 Audit Committee, Chairman	Sep. 30, 2013 Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee, Chairman	Sep. 30, 2013 Compensation Committee, Chairman	Mar. 31, 2012 Steel Partners, Ltd SPH Services	Sep. 30, 2013 WebBank Related Parties	Dec. 31, 2012 WebBank Related Parties	Sep. 30, 2013 Consolidation, Elimination, WebBank Related Parties	Sep. 30, 2013 Consolidation, Elimination, WebBank Related Parties
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Lease payment obligations														$ 3,286
Related Party Transaction, Amounts of Transaction														1,203
Services fees and reimbursable expenses					229	140	627	425						254
Collateral held for investment	30,699		30,172
Annual retainer					150		150
Annual retainer, portion paid in cash					75		75
Annual retainer, portion paid in restricted common units					75		75
Board compensation fee, per meeting					1		1
Related Party, Annual Service Fee										60	15	5	5
Deferred fees payable to related party					42		42		44
Deposits	76,159	[1]	78,609	[1]											25,601	27,559
Interest-bearing Deposits in Banks and Other Financial Institutions															122
Interest Income, Deposits with Financial Institutions																	34	115
Deposits Eliminated															23,570
Indemnification assets	$ 116		$ 116

[1] The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of Deposits was $77,082 and $79,581 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Related Party Transactions Deferred Fee Liability to Related Party (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended			0 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012		Jul. 15, 2009 WGL Capital Corp	Sep. 30, 2012 WGL Capital Corp
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Liabilities Assumed						$ 51,594
Consideration received, in cash						4,487
Consideration received, in common units (in shares)						2,725,533
Consideration received, share price per common unit (in dollars per share)						$ 17.28
Deferred fee liability to related party-increase	$ 0	$ 0	$ 0	$ 11,448	[1]		$ 11,448

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Commitments and Contingencies Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified				9 Months Ended		9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	9 Months Ended		225 Months Ended		9 Months Ended			9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013 HNH	Sep. 30, 2013 HNH Superfund [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 HHEM [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 BNS Subsidiary [Member] claim	Dec. 31, 2012 BNS Subsidiary [Member] claim	Sep. 30, 2013 BNS Subsidiary [Member] Insurance Claims [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 BNS Subsidiary [Member] Insurance Claims [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Minimum defendant	Sep. 30, 2012 Maximum BNS Subsidiary [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Sold Parcel [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Former Owner / Operator [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Costs [Member] First Joint Venture Partner of Former Owner / Operator [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Costs [Member] Hhem and HandH [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Costs [Member] HHEM [Member]
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Accrual for environmental matters	$ 3,703	$ 7,320	$ 2,500	$ 200	$ 200
Insurance Settlements Receivable			1,100
Environmental Exit Costs, Anticipated Cost												100
Investigation and remediation costs															3,300	1,000
Ownership Responsibility For Site Investigation and Remediation Costs Percentage Allocation													75.00%	37.50%	25.00%
Accrual for Environmental Loss Contingencies, Payments				2,200											1,000
Loss Contingency, Total Claims (in number of claims)						1,220	1,160
Claims, litigation matters (in number of claims)						212	234
Loss contingency, number of defendants (in defendants)										100
Number of claims, dismissed, settled or granted summary judgement and closed (in claims)						1,008	926
Claims settled, average settlement value											3
Insurance, coverage limit								183,000
Self insurance retention									2,282
Accrual relating to open and active claims								$ 1,020	$ 1,203

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations Long-term and short-term debt (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Short-term debt	$ 855	$ 1,124
Less portion due within one year	22,037	13,025
Long-term debt	214,062	140,065
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount	236,954	154,214
Total - Capital lease facility	1,802	2,684
Capital Lease Obligations, Current	937	1,039
Capital Lease Obligations, Noncurrent	865	1,645
Collateralized Mortgage Backed Securities [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Short-term debt	509	778
Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Short-term debt	346	346
Parent [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties	236,099	152,699
Less portion due within one year	22,037	13,025
Long-term debt	214,062	139,674
Loans Payable [Member] | Parent [Member] | Senior Notes [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties	185,844	115,000
Loans Payable [Member] | Parent [Member] | First Lien Term Loan [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties	38,800	15,340
Subordinated Debt [Member] | Parent [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties	0	9,049
Subordinated Debt [Member] | Affiliated Entity
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties	0	391
Mortgages [Member] | Parent [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties	8,359	8,597
Foreign Line of Credit [Member] | Parent [Member]
Debt, Long-term and Short-term, Combined Amount [Abstract]
Total - Long-term debt - non - related parties	$ 3,096	$ 4,713

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Segment Information

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Segment Reporting [Abstract]

Segment Information

SEGMENT INFORMATION

SPLP’s reportable segments consist of Diversified Industrial, Energy, Financial Services and Corporate and Other which are managed separately and offer different products and services.

Diversified Industrial

As of September 30, 2013, the Diversified Industrial segment for financial reporting purposes consists of HNH, which is a consolidated subsidiary, and JPS and SLI, which are associated companies. HNH is a diversified holding company that owns a variety of manufacturing operations encompassing joining materials, tubing, engineered materials, electronic materials and cutting replacement products and services businesses. BNS' 2012 results have been reclassified from the Diversified Industrial segment to the Energy segment (see below) for comparability.

Energy

SPLP's Energy segment consists of its consolidated subsidiary Steel Excel, which was acquired on May 31, 2012, and BNS Holding, Inc. (“BNS”). For comparability, BNS' results for 2012 (from January, 2012 through June 30, 2012), have been reclassified from the Diversified Industrial segment to the Energy segment since the results of BNS for such period includes the results of Sun Well, an oil field services company, prior to its sale to Steel Excel.

• Steel Excel owns several oil field services companies, providing premium well services to exploration and production (“E&P”) companies operating primarily in the Williston Basin in North Dakota and eastern Montana. Steel Excel also has a sports business ("Steel Sports"). The operations of Steel Sports are not considered material and are included in the Energy segment. Steel Excel was previously accounted for as an associated company at fair value prior to SPLP increasing its ownership over 50%.

• BNS had no operations as of June 1, 2012 due to the sale of Sun Well to Steel Excel on May 31, 2012 (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions"). BNS' results include the operations of Sun Well prior to the sale of Sun Well to Steel Excel on May 31, 2012.

Financial Services

The Financial Services segment primarily consists of our wholly owned subsidiary WebBank, which operates in niche banking markets. WebBank provides commercial and consumer loans and services. WebBank’s deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC"), and the bank is examined and regulated by the FDIC and Utah Department of Financial Institutions ("UDFI").

Corporate and Other

The Corporate and Other segment consists of several consolidated subsidiaries as well as various investments and cash and cash equivalents. Corporate assets, revenues and overhead expenses are not allocated to the segments. Corporate revenues primarily consist of investment and other income, investment gains and losses and rental income. As of September 30, 2013, the Corporate and other segment had investments in available-for-sale securities, the SPII Liquidating Trust, associated companies accounted for under the equity method and cash and cash equivalents. Below is additional information related to the consolidated businesses and certain investments included in the Corporate and Other segment:

Consolidated businesses:

• SPH services provides legal, tax, accounting, treasury, consulting, auditing, administration, compliance, environmental health and safety, human resources, marketing, investor relations and similar services, to other affiliated companies. SPH Services charged the Diversified Industrial, Energy and Financial Services segments approximately $2,200, $900, and $63, for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and approximately $2,745, $450 and $63, for the three months ended September 30, 2012. SPH Services charged the Diversified Industrial, Energy and Financial Services segments approximately $6,600, $2,700 and $188, for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and approximately $8,235, $1,100 and $188, for the nine months ended September 30, 2012. These amounts are eliminated in consolidation.

• DGT's current operations are the leasing and management of two facilities, one of which is classified as held for sale as of September 30, 2013, that were not included in the assets sold to the new owners of Villa and RFI. In addition to management of the real estate business, DGT's business is expected to consist primarily of capital redeployment and identification of new profitable operations where it can utilize its existing working capital and maximize the use of the Company’s net operating losses.

• The BNS Liquidating Trust is part of the Corporate and Other segment from July 1, 2012.

Equity Method Investments include, CoSine, Fox & Hound, the SPII Liquidating Trust investments and other associated company investments (see Note 4 - "Investments" for additional information).

Segment information is presented below:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Revenue:
Diversified industrial	$	171,874		$	144,629		$	502,915		$	453,445
Energy	31,844			34,293			87,571			65,919
Financial services	7,162			5,384			20,742			13,519
Corporate and other	(143		)	(601		)	2,067			15,794
Total	$	210,737		$	183,705		$	613,295		$	548,677
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:
Diversified industrial	$	10,782		$	10,287		$	50,301		$	32,306
Energy	3,007			6,208			8,463			23,470
Financial services	4,731			3,229			13,167			7,595
Corporate and other	(23,887		)	(9,617		)	(58,280		)	2,777
(Loss) Income from continuing operations before income taxes	(5,367		)	10,107			13,651			66,148
Income tax provision	7,363			2,246			16,077			14,366
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(12,730	)	$	7,861		$	(2,426	)	$	51,782
(Loss) Income from equity method investments:
Diversified industrial	$	(4,005	)	$	1,684		$	11,197		$	(1,298	)
Energy	(137		)	—			(217		)	13,139
Corporate and other	(10,412		)	(4,333		)	(22,679		)	5,119
Total	$	(14,554	)	$	(2,649	)	$	(11,699	)	$	16,960

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Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Parentheticals) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Statement of Other Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Tax on unrealized loss on available for sale securities	$ 664	$ (2,049)	$ (262)	$ 3,843
Tax on change in post-retirement benefit obligation			$ 580

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Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period	$ (17,862)
Current period other comprehensive loss	45,855
Reclassifications, net of tax	(15,823)	[1]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period	12,170
Accumulated Net Unrealized Investment Gain (Loss)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period	44,521
Current period other comprehensive loss	44,435
Reclassifications, net of tax	(13,257)	[1]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period	75,699
Accumulated Translation Adjustment
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period	(1,863)
Current period other comprehensive loss	952
Reclassifications, net of tax	(2,566)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period	(3,477)
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Roll Forward]
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, beginning of period	(60,520)
Current period other comprehensive loss	468
Reclassifications, net of tax	0
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, end of period	$ (60,052)

[1] Includes a reclassification of unrealized gain to Other income of $1,834, a reclassification of net unrealized gain of $10,432 (net of tax of $1,900) to (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of tax and a reclassification of $991 to Net investment (losses) gains.

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Consolidated Statement of Changes in Partners Capital (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Total USD ($)		Parent [Member] USD ($)	Common Units [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member] USD ($)	Treasury Units [Member] USD ($)	Partners' Capital [Member] USD ($)	Noncontrolling Interest USD ($)
Balance at beginning of year at Dec. 31, 2012	$ 776,747		$ 527,344		$ (17,862)	$ (63,181)	$ 545,206	$ 249,403
Balance at beginning of year (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2012	30,786,100			34,940,471		4,154,371
Increase (Decrease) in Partners' Capital [Roll Forward]
Net (loss) income	3,153		(11,299)				(11,299)	14,452
Unrealized gain on available for sale securities, net of tax	35,348	[1]	31,178		31,178			4,170
Currency translation adjustment	(2,982)		(1,614)		(1,614)			(1,368)
Changes in post-retirement benefit obligations	869	[2]	468		468			401
Acquisition by subsidiary	2,896							2,896
Equity compensation	20,662		17,928				17,928	2,734
Subsidiary's purchases of the Company's Common Units	(14,458)		(14,458)			(14,458)	(14,458)
Subsidiary's purchases of the Company's Common Units (in shares)						(1,130,962)
Subsidiary share purchases, net	(33,790)		(1,992)				(1,992)	(31,798)
SPLP purchases of subsidiary shares	(869)		(786)				(786)	(83)
Other, net	(373)		(371)				(371)	(2)
Balance at end of year at Sep. 30, 2013	$ 787,203		$ 546,398		$ 12,170	$ (77,639)	$ 534,228	$ 240,805

[1] Includes a net tax benefit of $664 and a tax provision of $2,049 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and includes a net tax provision of $262 and a net tax benefit of $3,843 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

[2] Includes a net tax provision of $580 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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Discontinued Operations

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]

Discontinued Operations

DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS

Assets and Liabilities of discontinued operations at September 30, 2013 include certain remaining assets and liabilities related to HNH's discontinued operations as well as a building owned by DGT, which is being held for sale. Amounts at December 31, 2012 consist of three of HNH's businesses: Continental, CMCC and ITM.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2013		2012
Assets of discontinued operations:
Trade and other receivables	$	—	$	6,372
Inventories	—		7,097
Other current assets	639		1,438
Goodwill	—		6,041
Other intangibles, net	—		11,098
Property, plant and equipment, net	3,724		13,683
Other assets	104		121
Total assets	$	4,467	$	45,850
Liabilities of discontinued operations:
Trade payables and accrued liabilities	$	490	$	9,160
Total liabilities	$	490	$	9,160

Summary results for our discontinued operations included in the Company's Consolidated Statements of Operations are detailed in the table below.

	Three Months Ended September 30,				Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013 (a)		2012 (b)		2013 (c)			2012 (b)
Sales	$	283	$	23,651	$	20,094		$	77,483
Net income (loss)	285		1,208		(715		)	3,347
Gain (Loss) after taxes and noncontrolling interests	218		698		(478		)	1,801
Gain on sale of discontinued operations after taxes and noncontrolling interests	810		—		3,231			1,331

(a) Includes the operations of ITM through its sale date.

(b) Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC, ITM, DGT's RFI subsidiary and DGT's Villa subsidiary through their respective sale dates.

(c) Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC and ITM through their respective sale dates.

Continental Industries

In January 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the assets and existing operations of its Continental Industries business unit, a wholly owned subsidiary of H&H, for a cash sales price totaling approximately $37,400 less transaction fees, reflecting a working capital adjustment of approximately $100 paid in the third quarter of 2013. Proceeds of $3,700 are currently held in escrow pending resolution of certain indemnification provisions contained in the sales agreement and are included in Trade and other receivables on the consolidated balance sheet. Located in the State of Oklahoma, Continental Industries manufactures plastic and steel fittings and connectors for natural gas, propane and water distribution service lines along with exothermic welding products for electrical grounding, cathodic protection and lightning protection. It was part of SPLP's Diversified Industrial reporting segment.

Canfield Metal Coating Corporation

In June 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the assets and existing operations of its CMCC business unit, a wholly-owned subsidiary of H&H, for a cash sales price totaling approximately $9,500 less transaction fees, reflecting a preliminary working capital adjustment of approximately $500. Located in the State of Ohio, CMCC manufactured electro-galvanized and painted cold rolled sheet steel products primarily for the construction, entry door, container and appliance industries. It was part of SPLP's Diversified Industrial reporting segment.

Indiana Tube Mexico

In July 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the equipment owned or utilized by ITM for the manufacture of refrigeration condensers for a cash sales price totaling $3,700, less transaction fees. ITM's operations, which were part of SPLP's Diversified Industrial segment, were discontinued in June 2013. The purchase price for ITM's equipment is payable in two equal installments of $1,850, the first paid at the closing date for the transaction and the second payable upon final equipment transfer, which occurred in September 2013.

In connection with the shut-down of ITM's operations, HNH initiated a series of restructuring activities, which will include the termination of all of ITM's employees and certain building lease termination costs. The estimated total cost of these restructuring activities is $900, which were entirely accrued as of June 30, 2013. Payment for the majority of these costs occurred during the third quarter of 2013, and HNH expects all restructuring payments to be completed by the end of 2013.

In 2008, the HNH decided to exit the welded specialty tubing market in Europe and close its Indiana Tube Denmark Subsidiary ("ITD"). During 2009, ITD ceased operations and sold or disposed of its inventory and most of its equipment. HNH completed the final liquidation of ITD in July 2013 and recognized $2,600 in foreign currency translation gains in earnings during the third quarter of 2013, which were previously reported in Accumulated other comprehensive loss on the Consolidated Balance Sheet.

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Financial Instruments Balance Sheet Location (Details) (Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member], USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012		Sep. 30, 2012		Dec. 31, 2011
Foreign currency financial instruments [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative instruments, liabilities	$ (24,632)	[1]	$ (24,742)		$ (24,733)	[1]	$ (23,736)
Foreign currency financial instruments [Member] | Financial Instruments, Current Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Assets	24,632	[2]	24,742	[2]
Commodity contracts [Member] | Other Current Assets [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative instruments, liabilities			(127)	[2],[3]
Derivative Assets	1,397	[2],[3]
Commodity contracts [Member] | Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Assets	0	[2]	27	[2]
Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative instruments, liabilities	(211)	[2]	0	[2]
Derivative features of subordinated notes [Member] | Liabilities, Long-Term Debt [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative instruments, liabilities	$ 0	[2]	$ (184)	[2]

[1] The financial instruments payable in foreign currencies are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements. Carrying value approximates fair value.

[2] Carrying amount equals fair value.

[3] Includes $961 designated as hedging instruments as of September 30, 2013

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Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]

Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation

NATURE OF THE BUSINESS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION

Nature of the Business

Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (“SPLP” or the “Company”) is a global diversified holding company that engages in multiple businesses through consolidated subsidiaries, associated companies and other interests which represent significant equity interests in these companies. The Company seeks to work with its businesses to increase corporate value over the long term for all stakeholders and shareholders by implementing Steel Partners Operational Excellence programs, the Steel Partners Purchasing Council, Steel Partners Corporate Services, balance sheet improvements, capital allocation policies and growth initiatives. Steel Partners Holdings GP Inc. (“SPH GP”), a Delaware corporation, is the general partner of SPLP and is wholly owned by SPLP.

Basis of Presentation

Certain prior period amounts in the consolidated financial statements have been reclassified to conform to the comparable 2013 presentation. In addition, the nine months ended September 30, 2012, now includes a benefit for income taxes of $5,510, previously reflected in the fourth quarter of 2012, as a result of a measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. ("SWH"). The measurement period adjustment is reflected in Note 22 - "Quarterly Financial Data."

The consolidated financial statements include the consolidated financial results of SPLP, and its subsidiaries WebFinancial Holding Corporation (“WebFinancial” or "WebBank"), Handy & Harman Ltd ("HNH"), BNS Holding, Inc. ("BNS"), the BNS Liquidating Trust, ("BNS Liquidating Trust"), DGT Holdings Corp. ("DGT"), Steel Excel Inc. ("Steel Excel") and SPH Services, Inc. ("SPH Services"). Acquired companies are presented from their dates of acquisition (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions" for information on acquisition activity). DGT’s financial statements are recorded on a two-month lag, and as a result the balance sheet and statement of operations as of and for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 includes DGT’s activity for its three and nine months ended July 27, 2013.

DGT completed the sale of its RFI subsidiary's ("RFI") Power Conversion assets and operations in the fourth quarter of 2012 and the sale of its Villa subsidiary ("Villa") in the first quarter of 2012. Also, in January 2013, HNH divested substantially all of the assets and existing operations of its Continental Industries ("Continental") business unit, a wholly owned subsidiary of Handy & Harman ("H&H") and in June 2013 HNH divested Canfield Metal Coating Corporation ("CMCC") and discontinued the operations of Indiana Tube de México, S. De R.L. de C.V. ("ITM"). The results and operations of RFI, Villa and HNH's discontinued operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 are presented as discontinued operations in SPLP's consolidated financial statements, through their respective sale dates, (see Note 3 - "Discontinued Operations").

The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements, in accordance with Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) rules for interim periods, do not contain all of the footnotes or other financial information that is required in annual financial statements by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP") and should be read in conjunction with the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012.

In the opinion of the Company, the interim financial statements reflect all normal and recurring adjustments necessary to present fairly the consolidated financial position and the results of operations and changes in cash flows for the interim periods.  The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires the Company to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period.  Actual results could differ from those estimates.  The results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 are not necessarily indicative of the operating results for the full year.

New Accounting Pronouncements

There have been no new accounting pronouncements issued but not yet adopted by the Company that are expected to have a material impact on the Company's financial statements.

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Bank Deposits (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Banking and Thrift [Abstract]

Deposit Liabilities

A summary of WebBank deposits is as follows:

Time deposits year of maturity:	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
2013	$	4,498	$	25,838
2014	10,843		9,094
2015	14,279		14,264
2016	11,514		11,507
Total time deposits	41,134		60,703
Money market deposits	35,025		17,906
Total deposits (a)	$	76,159	$	78,609
Current	$	46,421	$	43,744
Long-term	29,738		34,865
Total deposits	$	76,159	$	78,609
Time deposit accounts under $100	$	38,903	$	53,897
Time deposit accounts $100 and over	2,231		6,806
Total time deposits	$	41,134	$	60,703

(a) The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of Deposits was $77,082 and $79,581 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Commitments and Contingencies

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]

Commitments and Contingencies

COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Environmental Matters

As discussed in more detail below, HNH and BNS have been designated as potentially responsible parties ("PRPs") by federal and state agencies with respect to certain sites with which they may have had direct or indirect involvement. These claims are in various stages of administrative or judicial proceedings and include demands for recovery of past governmental costs and for future investigations and remedial actions. In many cases, the dollar amounts of the claims have not been specified and, with respect to a number of the PRP claims, have been asserted against a number of other entities for the same cost recovery or other relief as was asserted against the HNH and BNS. The Company accrues costs associated with environmental matters, on an undiscounted basis, when they become probable and reasonably estimable. As of September 30, 2013, and December 31, 2012, on a consolidated basis, the Company has accrued $3,703 and $7,320, respectively, which represents its current estimate of the probable cleanup liabilities, including remediation and legal costs. In addition, the Company has insurance coverage available for several of these matters and believes that excess insurance coverage may be available as well. 

Estimates of the Company's liability for remediation of a particular site and the method and ultimate cost of remediation require a number of assumptions that are inherently difficult to make, and the ultimate outcome may be materially different from current estimates.

HNH Environmental Matters

Certain subsidiaries of H&H Group have existing and contingent liabilities relating to environmental matters, including capital expenditures, costs of remediation and potential fines and penalties relating to possible violations of national and state environmental laws. Those subsidiaries have substantial remediation expenses on an ongoing basis, although such costs are continually being readjusted based upon the emergence of new techniques and alternative methods. HNH had approximately $2,500 accrued related to estimated environmental remediation costs as of September 30, 2013. In addition, HNH has insurance coverage available for several of these matters and believes that excess insurance coverage may be available as well. During the quarter ended September 30, 2013, HNH recorded an insurance reimbursement receivable of $1,100 for previously incurred remediation costs. Based upon information currently available, the H&H Group subsidiaries do not expect their respective environmental costs, including the incurrence of additional fines and penalties, if any, will have a material adverse effect on them or that the resolution of these environmental matters will have a material adverse effect on the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of such subsidiaries or HNH, but there can be no such assurances. HNH anticipates that the H&H Group subsidiaries will pay any such amounts out of their respective working capital, although there is no assurance that they will have sufficient funds to pay them. In the event that the H&H Group subsidiaries are unable to fund their liabilities, claims could be made against their respective parent companies, including H&H Group and/or HNH, for payment of such liabilities.

In addition, certain subsidiaries of H&H Group have been identified as PRPs under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act ("CERCLA") or similar state statutes at sites and are parties to administrative consent orders in connection with certain properties. Those subsidiaries may be subject to joint and several liabilities imposed by CERCLA on PRPs. Due to the technical and regulatory complexity of remedial activities and the difficulties attendant in identifying PRPs and allocating or determining liability among them, the subsidiaries are unable to reasonably estimate the ultimate cost of compliance with such laws.

Among the sites where certain subsidiaries of H&H Group may have existing and material environmental liabilities are the following:

H&H has been working with the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection ("CTDEP") with respect to its obligations under a 1989 consent order that applies to a property in Connecticut that H&H sold in 2003 ("Sold Parcel") and an adjacent parcel ("Adjacent Parcel") that together with the Sold Parcel comprises the site of a former H&H manufacturing facility. Remediation of all soil conditions on the Sold Parcel was completed on April 6, 2007. On September 11, 2008, the CTDEP advised H&H that it had approved H&H's December 28, 2007 Soil Remediation Action Report, as amended, thereby concluding the active remediation of the Sold Parcel. The remaining remediation and monitoring costs for the Sold Parcel are expected to approximate $100. With respect to the Adjacent Parcel, H&H has been conducting an ecological risk assessment and an environmental field investigation in order to assess viable remediation options. The total remediation costs for the Adjacent Parcel cannot be reasonably estimated at this time. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that the resolution of this matter will not be material to the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of H&H or HNH.

In 1986, HHEM entered into an administrative consent order ("ACO") with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection ("NJDEP") with regard to certain property that it purchased in 1984 in New Jersey. The ACO involves investigation and remediation activities to be performed with regard to soil and groundwater contamination. Thereafter, in 1998, HHEM and H&H settled a case brought by the local municipality in regard to this site and also settled with certain of its insurance carriers. HHEM is actively remediating the property and continuing to investigate effective methods for achieving compliance with the ACO. A remedial investigation report was filed with the NJDEP in December 2007. By letter dated December 12, 2008, the NJDEP issued its approval with respect to additional investigation and remediation activities discussed in the December 2007 remedial investigation report. HHEM anticipates entering into discussions with the NJDEP to address that agency's potential natural resource damage claims, the ultimate scope and cost of which cannot be estimated at this time. Pursuant to a settlement agreement with the former owner/operator of the site, the responsibility for site investigation and remediation costs, as well as any other costs, as defined in the settlement agreement, related to or arising from environmental contamination on the property (collectively, "Costs") are contractually allocated 75% to the former owner/operator (with separate guaranties by the two joint venture partners of the former owner/operator for 37.5% each) and 25% jointly to HHEM and H&H after the first $1,000. The $1,000 was paid solely by the former owner/operator. As of September 30, 2013, over and above the $1,000, total investigation and remediation costs of approximately $3,300 and $1,000 have been expended by the former owner/operator and HHEM, respectively, in accordance with the settlement agreement. Additionally, HHEM is currently being reimbursed indirectly through insurance coverage for a portion of the Costs for which HHEM is responsible. HHEM believes that there is additional excess insurance coverage, which it intends to pursue as necessary. HHEM anticipates that there will be additional remediation expenses to be incurred once a final remediation plan is agreed upon. There is no assurance that the former owner/operator or guarantors will continue to timely reimburse HHEM for expenditures and/or will be financially capable of fulfilling their obligations under the settlement agreement and the guaranties. The additional Costs cannot be reasonably estimated at this time, and accordingly, there can be no assurance that the resolution of this matter will not be material to the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of HHEM or HNH.

In August 2006, H&H received a notice letter from the United States Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") formally naming H&H as a PRP at a superfund site in Massachusetts ("Superfund Site"). H&H is part of a group of thirteen other PRPs ("PRP Group") that work cooperatively regarding remediation of the Superfund Site. On June 13, 2008, H&H executed a participation agreement, consent decree and settlement trust that all of the other PRPs have signed as well. The PRP Group has both chemical and radiological PRPs. H&H is a chemical PRP; not a radiological PRP. The remediation of radiological contamination at the Superfund Site, under the direction of the Department of Energy, has been completed and a final status survey was submitted to the EPA in August 2012. The final status survey was approved by the EPA, and the PRPs have had access to the Superfund Site since November 2012. Since that time, work on behalf of the chemical PRPs has been on-going and estimates for the final remediation costs were calculated. H&H's total assessed share for the remaining remediation was $2,200, which was paid in August 2013. H&H's financial guarantee for this matter was removed following payment receipt. The remediation is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2014. There is still a possibility that some radiological contaminated soil may become the responsibility of the chemical PRPs, which could result in an additional, maximum assessment of approximately $200 based on current estimates. In addition, during the excavation process, additional contaminated soil and constituents were found that resulted in increased costs, and similar findings could arise again as remediation activities continue. Because the assessment is an estimate and dependent upon several factors, including actual remediation activities and costs, the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection ("MADEP") and EPA oversight costs, and continued collaboration and financial support from the town of Attleboro, the party responsible for the subsequent operations and maintenance activities at the Superfund Site, there can be no assurance that final resolution of this matter will not be material to the financial position, results of operations or cash flows of H&H or HNH.

HHEM is continuing to comply with a 1987 consent order from the MADEP to investigate and remediate the soil and groundwater conditions at a commercial/industrial property in Massachusetts. On June 30, 2010, HHEM filed a Response Action Outcome ("RAO") report to close the site since HHEM's licensed site professional concluded that groundwater monitoring demonstrated that the groundwater conditions have stabilized or continue to improve at the site. On June 20, 2013, HHEM received the MADEP's Notice of Audit Findings and Notice of Noncompliance ("Notice"). HHEM and its consultant met with the MADEP on July 29, 2013 to resolve any differences identified in the Notice. As a result of that meeting and subsequent discussions, HHEM will conduct additional sampling, site investigations and install another off-site well. Once the additional work is completed and assessed, HHEM will submit a follow-up response letter to the MADEP in January 2014. The cost of this additional work is estimated at $200. Additional costs could result from these testing activities and final acceptance of the remediation plan by the MADEP, which cannot be reasonably estimated at this time.

BNS Sub Environmental Matters

On August 12, 2008, a then-subsidiary of BNS (“BNS Sub”) was identified as a PRP by the EPA as an alleged drum reconditioning customer (PRP) of New England Container Corp. (“NECC”). BNS Sub is presently investigating the matter and has joined a group of other alleged NECC drum reconditioning customers. The NECC drum reconditioning PRP's have incurred and will continue to incur costs in the investigation and each PRP has been assessed a pro-rata fee for its cost share of the assessment. BNS Sub believes that it has an adequate environmental liability accrual associated with the site, which is reflected in the remediation estimate discussed above. The liability accrual is part of the Liquidating Trust formed by BNS.

On June 4, 2013 BNS LLC was identified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) as a potentially responsible party (“PRP”) as an alleged waste generator that disposed of wastes at the Operable Unit Two of the Peterson/Puritan, Inc. Superfund Site which includes the J.M. Mills Landfill in Cumberland, RI,.  BNS LLC is currently investigating the matter and has joined a group of other alleged “Potentially Responsible Parties.”

Litigation Matters

HNH Litigation Matters

In the ordinary course of business, HNH is subject to periodic lawsuits, investigations, claims and proceedings, including, but not limited to, contractual disputes, employment, environmental, health and safety matters, as well as claims associated with HNH's historical acquisitions and divestitures. There is insurance coverage available for many of the foregoing actions. Although HNH cannot predict with certainty the ultimate resolution of lawsuits, investigations, claims and proceedings asserted against it, they do not believe any currently pending legal proceeding to which they are a party will have a material adverse effect on their business, prospects, financial condition, cash flows, results of operations or liquidity.

BNS Litigation Matters

BNS Sub has been named as a defendant in 1,220 and 1,160 alleged asbestos-related toxic-tort claims as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. The claims were filed over a period beginning 1994 through September 30, 2013. In many cases these claims involved more than 100 defendants. Of the claims filed, 1,008 and 926 were dismissed, settled or granted summary judgment and closed as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. Of the claims settled, the average settlement was less than $3. There remained 212 and 234 pending asbestos claims as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. There can be no assurance that the number of future claims and the related costs of defense, settlements or judgments will be consistent with the experience to date of existing claims.

BNS Sub has insurance policies covering asbestos-related claims for years beginning 1974 through 1988 with estimated aggregate coverage limits of $183,000, with $2,282 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 in estimated remaining self insurance retention (deductible). There is evidence of secondary coverage from 1970 to 1973 although there is no assurance that the insurers will recognize that the coverage was in place. Policies issued for BNS Sub beginning in 1989 contained exclusions related to asbestos. Under certain circumstances, some of the settled claims may be reopened. Also, there may be a significant delay in receipt of notification by BNS Sub of the entry of a dismissal or settlement of a claim or the filing of a new claim. BNS Sub believes it has significant defenses to any liability for toxic-tort claims on the merits. None of these toxic-tort claims has gone to trial and, therefore, there can be no assurance that these defenses will prevail. In addition, there can be no assurance that the number of future claims and the related costs of defense, settlements or judgments will be consistent with the experience to date of existing claims; and, that BNS Sub will not need to increase significantly its estimated liability for the costs to settle these claims to an amount that could have a material effect on the consolidated financial statements.

BNS Sub annually receives retroactive billings or credits from its insurance carriers for any increase or decrease in claims accruals as claims are filed, settled or dismissed, or as estimates of the ultimate settlement and defense costs for the then-existing claims are revised. As of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 BNS Sub has accrued $1,203 and $1,020 relating to the open and active claims against BNS Sub. This accrual represents BNS's best estimate of the likely costs to defend against or settle these claims by BNS Sub beyond the amounts accrued by the insurance carriers and previously funded, through the retroactive billings by BNS Sub. However, there can be no assurance that BNS Sub will not need to take additional charges in connection with the defense, settlement or judgment of these existing claims or that the costs of future claims and the related costs of defense, settlements or judgments will be consistent with the experience to date relating to existing claims. These claims are now being managed by the Liquidating Trust formed by BNS.

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Acquisitions (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Wolverine

Business Acquisition [Line Items]

Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed

The following table summarizes the amounts of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed recognized at the acquisition date on a preliminary basis (in thousands):

Trade and other receivables	$	9,491
Inventories	17,864
Prepaid and other current assets	90
Property, plant and equipment	6,096
Goodwill	14,111
Other intangibles	13,657
Total assets acquired	61,309
Trade payables	(1,167		)
Accrued liabilities	(395		)
Net assets acquired	$	59,747

Steel Excel

Business Acquisition [Line Items]

Schedule of Consideration Paid

The following table summarizes the consideration paid for the controlling interest in Steel Excel:

	Consideration Paid
Acquisition-date fair value of previously held equity interest	$	137,532
Fair value of SWH transferred to Steel Excel	68,747
Less: cash received from Steel Excel for SWH	(7,922		)
Total	$	198,357

Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed

The following table summarizes the fair values of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the Acquisition Date and the fair value of the noncontrolling interest in Steel Excel on the Acquisition Date:

	Amount
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$	41,963
Marketable securities	217,526
Accounts receivable	23,435
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	3,129
Property, plant and equipment	74,880
Goodwill	48,468
Identifiable intangible assets	22,793
Other assets	4,088
Total assets acquired	$	436,282
Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities	$	10,842
Debt	17,968
Other long-term liabilities	19,517
Total liabilities assumed	48,327
Fair value of non-controlling interests	189,598
Net assets acquired	$	198,357

Schedule of Intangible Assets Acquired

The valuation of the intangible assets acquired and related amortization periods are as follows:

	Amount		Amortization Period (Years)
Products and customer relationships	$	16,191	8 to 10 Years
Trademarks	5,890		5 to 7 Years
Favorable lease	47		2 Years
Non-compete agreement	469		5 Years
Other	196
Total identifiable intangible assets	$	22,793

HNH

Business Acquisition [Line Items]

Business Acquisition, Pro Forma Information

The 2013 supplemental pro forma earnings were adjusted to exclude $600 of acquisition-related costs incurred in 2013 and $500 of nonrecurring expense related to the fair value adjustment to acquisition-date inventories. 2012 supplemental pro forma earnings were adjusted to include these charges.

	Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012
Revenue	$	638,445		$	645,436
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	(9,868		)	45,136
Net (loss) income per common unit – basic and diluted	(0.33		)	1.54

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Financial Instruments Foreign Exchange Summary (Details) (Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member], Foreign currency financial instruments [Member]) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013 USD ($)		Dec. 31, 2012 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2012 USD ($)		Dec. 31, 2011 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2013 Japanese Yen USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2013 Japanese Yen JPY (¥)	Dec. 31, 2012 Japanese Yen USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2012 Japanese Yen JPY (¥)	Sep. 30, 2013 Pound Sterling USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2013 Pound Sterling GBP (£)	Dec. 31, 2012 Pound Sterling USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2012 Pound Sterling GBP (£)
Derivative [Line Items]
Carrying amount	$ 24,632	[1]	$ 24,742	$ 24,733	[1]	$ 23,736	$ 1,532		$ 1,695		$ 23,100		$ 23,047
Notional amount								¥ 150,481		¥ 146,991		£ 14,270		£ 14,186

[1] The financial instruments payable in foreign currencies are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements. Carrying value approximates fair value.

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations Debt Parenthetical (Details)	Sep. 30, 2013	Mar. 26, 2013
Convertible Subordinated Debt [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Subordinated Notes, interest rate, stated percentage (as a percent)	0.75%
Parent [Member] | Subordinated Debt [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Subordinated Notes, interest rate, stated percentage (as a percent)	10.00%
Affiliated Entity | Subordinated Debt [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Subordinated Notes, interest rate, stated percentage (as a percent)	10.00%	10.00%

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Receivables [Abstract]

Trade and Other Receivables

Trade and Other Receivables

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,422 in 2013 and $2,004 in 2012	$	109,266	$	81,820
Other receivables	4,993		2,194
Total	$	114,259	$	84,014

Loans Receivable

    Major classification of WebBank’s loans receivable at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are as follows:

	Total										Current						Non-current
	September 30, 2013			%		December 31, 2012			%		September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012			September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Real estate loans:
Commercial – owner occupied	$	4,792		10	%	$	6,724		10	%	$	192		$	198		$	4,600	$	6,526
Commercial – other	182			—	%	318			—	%	—			9			182		309
Total real estate loans	4,974			10	%	7,042			10	%	192			207			4,782		6,835
Commercial and industrial	29,632			58	%	9,832			15	%	998			451			28,634		9,381
Loans held for sale	16,817			32	%	51,505			75	%	16,817			51,505			—		—
Total loans	51,423			100	%	68,379			100	%	18,007			52,163			33,416		16,216
Less:
Deferred fees and discounts	4					21					4			21			—		—
Allowance for loan losses	(296		)			(285		)			(296		)	(285		)	—		—
Total loans receivable, net (a)	$	51,131				$	68,115				$	17,715		$	51,899		$	33,416	$	16,216

(a) The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of loans receivable, net was $51,333 and $71,111 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses

Changes in the allowance for loan and lease losses are summarized as follows:

	Real Estate
	Commercial - Owner Occupied			Commercial - Other			Commercial & Industrial			Total
Beginning balance - December 31, 2012	$	187		$	34		$	64		$	285
Charge-offs	—			—			(63		)	(63		)
Recoveries	12			33			66			111
Provision	(121		)	(46		)	130			(37		)
Ending Balance – September 30, 2013	$	78		$	21		$	197		$	296

The ALLL and outstanding loan balances according to the Company’s impairment method are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Real Estate
	Commercial - Owner Occupied		Commercial - Other		Commercial & Industrial		Total
Allowance for loan losses:
Individually evaluated for impairment	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—
Collectively evaluated for impairment	78		21		197		296
Total	$	78	$	21	$	197	$	296
Outstanding Loan balances:
Individually evaluated for impairment (1)	$	2,522	$	—	$	142	$	2,664
Collectively evaluated for impairment	2,270		182		29,490		31,942
Total	$	4,792	$	182	$	29,632	$	34,606

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Past Due Loans (Accruing and Nonaccruing)

Nonaccrual loans are summarized as follows:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	430	$	147
Total Real Estate Loans	430		147
Commercial and Industrial	110		94
Total Loans	$	540	$	241

Past due loans (accruing and nonaccruing) are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Current		30-89 days past due		90+ days past due		Total past due (1)		Total loans		Recorded investment in accruing loans 90+ days past due
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	2,270	$	419	$	2,103	$	2,522	$	4,792	$	2,092
Commercial - Other	182		—		—		—		182		—
Total Real Estate Loans	2,452		419		2,103		2,522		4,974		2,092
Commercial and Industrial	29,465		57		110		167		29,632		—
Total Loans	$	31,917	$	476	$	2,213	$	2,689	$	34,606	$	2,092

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Outstanding Loans (Accruing and Nonaccruing)

Outstanding loan balances (accruing and nonaccruing) categorized by these credit quality indicators are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Pass		Special Mention		Sub- standard (1)		Doubtful		Total loans
Real Estate Loans:
Construction	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—
Commercial - Owner Occupied	2,269		—		2,523		—		4,792
Commercial - Other	182		—		—		—		182
Total Real Estate Loans	2,451		—		2,523		—		4,974
Commercial and Industrial	25,785		3,705		142		—		29,632
Total Loans	$	28,236	$	3,705	$	2,665	$	—	$	34,606

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Impaired Loans

Information on impaired loans is summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

			Recorded investment
	Unpaid principle balance		with no allowance		with allowance		Total recorded investment (1)		Related Allowance		Average recorded investment
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	2,734	$	2,523	$	—	$	2,523	$	—	$	2,629
Total Real Estate Loans	2,734		2,523		—		2,523		—		2,629
Commercial and Industrial	357		130		12		142		—		—
Total Loans	$	3,091	$	2,653	$	12	$	2,665	$	—	$	2,629

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Financial Instruments Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified					3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013 WebBank	Dec. 31, 2012 WebBank	Sep. 30, 2013 Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member] Other Current Liabilities [Member] WebBank	Dec. 31, 2012 Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member] Other Current Liabilities [Member] WebBank	Sep. 30, 2013 Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member] Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member] Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member] Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Selling, General and Administrative Expenses [Member] Undisbursed Loan Commitment [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] Other Current Assets [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] Other Current Assets [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] Other Current Liabilities [Member]		Dec. 31, 2012 Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] Other Current Liabilities [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] Other Current Assets [Member]		Sep. 30, 2013 Silver, Ounces Commodity contracts [Member] oz	Sep. 30, 2013 Gold, Ounces Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] oz	Sep. 30, 2013 Copper, Pounds [Member] Commodity contracts [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Copper, Pounds [Member] Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] lb	Sep. 30, 2013 Tin, Metric Tons [Member] Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] T	Sep. 30, 2013 Silver, Ounces, Copper Contracts Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] Commodity contracts [Member] oz
Derivative [Line Items]
Derivative, notional amount																			$ 16,600	$ 1,200	$ 1,300		$ 1,000
Derivative Assets									1,397	[1],[2]			0	[1]	27	[1]	(961)	[1]
Derivative instruments, liabilities											127	[1],[2]
Undisbursed loan commitment	35,506	155,378
Outstanding forward or future contracts, commodity																			700,000	900		400,000	45	570,000
Accrual for credit exposure			460	740
Credit Loss Exposure Expense (Benefit)					$ 146	$ 180	$ 146	$ 256

[1] Carrying amount equals fair value.

[2] Includes $961 designated as hedging instruments as of September 30, 2013

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Related Party Transactions Investment Manager (Details) (Investor Services Fee, WGS Capital, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012
Investor Services Fee | WGS Capital
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Related Party, Annual Service Fee			$ 50
Services fees and reimbursable expenses	0	0	0	13
Deferred fees payable to related party					$ 0

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Acquisitions Steel Excel: Intangible assets and amortization (Details) (Steel Excel, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	May 31, 2012
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indentifiable intangible assets		$ 22,793
Products and Customer Relationships
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indentifiable intangible assets		16,191
Products and Customer Relationships | Minimum
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)	8 years
Products and Customer Relationships | Maximum
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)	10 years
Trademarks
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indentifiable intangible assets		5,890
Trademarks | Minimum
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)	5 years
Trademarks | Maximum
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)	7 years
Favorable lease
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indentifiable intangible assets		47
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)	2 years
Non-compete Agreement
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indentifiable intangible assets		469
Identifiable intangible assets, amortization period (in years)	5 years
Other
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Indentifiable intangible assets		$ 196

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Acquisitions Wolverine: Fair values assets acquired and liabilities assumed (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	Apr. 16, 2013 HNH Wolverine
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Trade and other receivables				$ 9,491
Inventories				17,864
Prepaid and other current assets				90
Property, plant and equipment				6,096
Goodwill	83,356	63,622	36,756	14,111
Other intangibles				13,657
Total assets acquired				61,309
Trade payables				(1,167)
Accrued liabilities				(395)
Net assets acquired				$ 59,747

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Net Income (Loss) Per Common Unit (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted

The following data was used in computing net (loss) income per common unit shown in the consolidated statements of operations:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(12,730	)	$	7,861		$	(2,426	)	$	51,782
Restricted stock expense	—			31			—			93
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	(3,747		)	(5,074		)	(11,627		)	(12,878		)
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(16,477		)	2,818			(14,053		)	38,997
Income from discontinued operations	2,148			1,208			5,579			5,932
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	(1,117		)	(508		)	(2,825		)	(2,798		)
	1,031			700			2,754			3,134
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(15,446	)	$	3,518		$	(11,299	)	$	42,131
Net (loss) income per common unit - basic:
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Net (loss) income per common unit – diluted:
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$	(0.56	)	$	0.09		$	(0.47	)	$	1.32
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02			0.09			0.11
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$	(0.52	)	$	0.11		$	(0.38	)	$	1.43
Weighted average common units outstanding - basic	29,663,204			31,814,312			30,015,739			29,402,343
Unvested restricted stock	—			27,175			—			27,175
Denominator for net income per common unit - diluted (a)	29,663,204			31,841,487			30,015,739			29,429,518

(a) The following were excluded from the diluted per unit calculation as their impact would have been anti-dilutive; Approximately 457,548 and 591,294 incentive units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively. Approximately 77,896 unvested restricted stock units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parentheticals) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Allowance for doubtful accounts	$ 2,422	$ 2,004
Common units issued (in shares)	29,655,138	30,786,100
Common units outstanding (in shares)	29,655,138	30,786,100
Common units held in treasury (in shares)	5,285,333	4,154,371
Common units held in treasury, at cost	$ 77,639	$ 63,181

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Financial Instruments

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Derivative and Other Financial Instrument [Abstract]

Financial Instruments

FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk

Financial instruments include $24,632 and $24,742 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, of amounts payable in foreign currencies which are subject to the risk of exchange rate changes. These financial instruments resulted from transactions entered into for risk management purposes, are collateralized by an equivalent amount included in restricted cash and have no maturity date. The liabilities are accounted for at fair value on the balance sheet date with changes in fair value reported in the consolidated statement of operations included in net investment gain (loss). The liabilities are not designated as hedging instruments. The foreign currency financial instrument liabilities at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are as follows:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Currency	Carrying Amount		Notional Amount	Carrying Amount		Notional Amount
Japanese Yen	$	1,532	¥150,481	$	1,695	¥146,991
Pound Sterling	23,100		£14,270	23,047		£14,186
Total	$	24,632		$	24,742

Information is summarized below for foreign currency financial liabilities and related restricted cash:

Foreign exchange transactions:	September 30,
	2013			2012
Balance, beginning of year	$	24,742		$	23,736
Net investment (gains) losses	(274		)	848
Receipt of dividends, net of interest expense	134			149
Other	30			—
Balance of foreign currency financial instruments liability and related restricted cash, end of period (a)	$	24,632		$	24,733

(a) The financial instruments payable in foreign currencies are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements. Carrying value approximates fair value.

Precious Metal and Commodity Inventories

H&H's precious metal and commodity inventories are subject to market price fluctuations. H&H enters into commodity futures and forward contracts on its precious metal inventory and certain commodity inventory that is not subject to fixed-price contracts with its customers in order to economically hedge against price fluctuations. HNH's hedging strategy is designed to protect it against normal volatility; therefore, abnormal price increases in these commodities or markets could negatively impact H&H's earnings. H&H does not enter into derivatives or other financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes.

As of September 30, 2013, the Company had the following outstanding future contracts with settlement dates ranging from October to December 2013:

Commodity	Amount	Notional Value
Silver	760,000 ounces	$	16,600
Gold	900 ounces	$	1,200
Copper	400,000 pounds	$	1,300
Tin	45 metric tons	$	1,000

H&H accounts for these contracts as either fair value hedges or economic hedges under the guidance in ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging. There were no forward contracts outstanding at September 30, 2013.

Fair Value Hedges. Of the total futures contracts outstanding, 570,000 ounces of silver and substantially all of the copper contracts are designated and accounted for as fair value hedges under ASC 815. The fair values of these derivatives are recognized as derivative assets and liabilities in the consolidated balance sheet. The net change in fair value of the derivative assets and liabilities and the change in the fair value of the underlying hedged inventory are recognized in the consolidated income statement, and such amounts principally offset each other due to the effectiveness of the hedges.

Economic Hedges. The remaining outstanding futures contracts for silver, and all of the contracts for gold and tin, are accounted for as economic hedges. As these derivatives are not designated as accounting hedges under ASC 815, they are accounted for as derivatives with no hedge designation. The derivatives are marked to market and both realized and unrealized gains and losses are recorded in current period earnings in the consolidated income statement.

The futures contracts are exchange traded contracts through a third party broker. Accordingly, HNH has determined that there is minimal credit risk of default. HNH estimates the fair value of its derivative contracts through the use of market quotes or broker valuations when market information is not available. HNH maintains collateral on account with the third-party broker. Such collateral consists of both cash that varies in amount depending on the value of open futures contracts, as well as ounces of precious metal held on account by the broker.

Debt Agreements

As discussed in Note 13 - "Debt and Capital Lease Obligations," H&H Group has entered into two interest rate swap agreements as economic hedges of its debt, but has elected not to account for the interest rate swap agreements as hedges under ASC 815. HNH records the expense (or gain) both from the mark-to-market adjustments and net settlements in interest expense on the consolidated income statement as the hedges are intended to offset interest rate movements.

HNH's Subordinated Notes had call premiums as well as Warrants associated with them. The Company treated the fair value of these features together as both a discount on the debt and a derivative liability at inception of the loan agreement. The discount was being amortized over the life of the notes as an adjustment to interest expense, and the derivative was marked to market at each balance sheet date. As discussed in Note 13 - "Debt and Capital lease Obligations," on March 26, 2013, the Company discharged its obligations associated with the Subordinated Notes and Warrants, and therefore, all discounts and derivative accounts related to the Subordinated Notes and Warrants are now zero.

Fair Value of Derivative Instruments in the Consolidated Balance Sheets:

Derivative	Balance Sheet Location	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Foreign currency financial instruments (a)	Financial instruments	$	24,632		$	24,742
Commodity contracts (a), (b)	Prepaid and other current assets	$	1,397		$	(127	)
Commodity contracts (a)	Other current liabilities	$	—		$	27
Interest rate swap agreement (a)	Other current liabilities	$	(211	)	$	—
Derivative features of subordinated notes (a)	Long-term debt	$	—		$	(184	)

(a) Carrying amount equals fair value.

(b) Includes $961 designated as hedging instruments as of September 30, 2013.

Effect of derivative instruments on the Consolidated Statements of Operations:

		Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
		2013			2012			2013			2012
Derivative	Statement of Operations Location	Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)
Foreign currency financial instruments (a)	Net investment gains	$	(1,410	)	$	(682	)	$	274		$	(848	)
Commodity contracts (a)	Cost of goods sold	(1,543		)	—			1,083			—
Commodity contracts (b)	Realized and unrealized gain on derivatives	(351		)	(1,036		)	1,495			(284		)
Interest rate swap agreements (b)	Interest expense	(161		)	—			(265		)	—
Derivative features of subordinated notes (b)	Realized and unrealized gain on derivatives	—			(98		)	(793		)	691
Total derivatives		$	(3,465	)	$	(1,816	)	$	1,794		$	(441	)

(a) Designated as hedging instruments.

(b) Not designated as hedging instruments.

Financial Instruments with Off-Balance Sheet Risk

WebBank is a party to financial instruments with off-balance sheet risk. In the normal course of business, these financial instruments include commitments to extend credit in the form of loans. Those instruments involve to varying degrees, elements of credit and interest rate risk in excess of the amount recognized on the consolidated balance sheets. The contract amounts of those instruments reflect the extent of involvement WebBank has in particular classes of financial instruments.

At September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, WebBank’s undisbursed loan commitments totaled $35,506 and $155,378, respectively. Commitments to extend credit are agreements to lend to a customer provided there is no violation of any condition established in the contract. WebBank’s commitments generally have fixed expiration dates or other termination clauses and may require payment of a fee. Since certain of the commitments are expected to expire without being drawn upon, the total commitment amounts do not necessarily represent future cash requirements. WebBank evaluates each customer’s credit worthiness on a case-by-case basis. The amount of collateral obtained if deemed necessary by WebBank upon extension of credit is based on management’s credit evaluation of the borrower.

WebBank’s exposure to credit loss in the event of nonperformance by the other party to the financial instrument for commitments to extend credit is represented by the contractual amount of those instruments. WebBank uses the same credit policy in making commitments and conditional obligations as it does for on-balance sheet instruments.

WebBank also estimates an allowance for potential losses on off-balance sheet contingent credit exposure. WebBank determines an allowance for this contingent credit exposure based on historical experience and portfolio analysis.

The allowance was $460 and $740 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, and is included within Other current liabilities in the consolidated balance sheets. Increases or decreases in the allowance are included in Selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. The amount included in Selling, general and administrative expenses for credit losses on off-balance sheet contingent credit exposure was an benefit of $146 and $146 and a benefit of $180 and $256 for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

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Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012
Statement of Other Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net (loss) income	$ (10,582)		$ 9,069		$ 3,153		$ 57,714	[1]
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax:
Unrealized (loss) gain on available for sale securities, net of tax	(773)	[2]	19,499	[2]	35,348	[2]	13,275
Currency translation adjustment	(2,262)		901		(2,982)		(895)
Change in post-retirement benefit obligation, net of tax	0	[3]	0	[3]	869	[3]	0	[3]
Other comprehensive (loss) income	(3,035)		20,400		33,235		12,380
Comprehensive (loss) income	(13,617)		29,469		36,388		70,094
Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interests	(4,403)		(7,407)		(17,656)		(12,739)
Comprehensive (loss) income attributable to common unit holders	$ (18,020)		$ 22,062		$ 18,732		$ 57,355

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

[2] Includes a net tax benefit of $664 and a tax provision of $2,049 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and includes a net tax provision of $262 and a net tax benefit of $3,843 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

[3] Includes a net tax provision of $580 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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Acquisitions Pro forma results (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Net (loss) income per common unit - diluted (in dollars per share)	$ (0.33)	$ 1.54
Wolverine and Steel Excel
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Acquisition related costs	$ 600
Nonrecurring expense, fair value adjustment	500
Revenue	638,445	645,436
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$ (9,868)	$ 45,136
Net (loss) income per common unit - basic (in dollars per share)	$ (0.33)	$ 1.54

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Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 241,322		$ 198,027
Restricted cash	25,882		28,180
Marketable securities	169,495		199,128
Trade and other receivables (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,422 in 2013 and $2,004 in 2012)	114,259		84,014
Receivables from related parties	121		145
Loans receivable, net	17,715	[1]	51,899	[1]
Inventories, net	68,863		48,823
Deferred income taxes	23,539		24,029
Prepaid and other current assets	19,269		13,780
Assets of discontinued operations	4,467		45,850
Total current assets	684,932		693,875
Long-term loans receivable, net	33,416	[1]	16,216	[1]
Goodwill	83,356		63,622
Other intangibles, net	131,223		125,912
Deferred income taxes	63,202		77,101
Other non-current assets	42,108		24,186
Property, plant and equipment, net	178,505		177,582
Long-term investments	236,633		199,865
Total Assets	1,453,375		1,378,359
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	43,870		33,984
Accrued liabilities	44,021		45,405
Financial instruments	24,632		24,742
Deposits	46,421		43,744
Payable to related parties	2,290		2,716
Short-term debt	855		1,124
Current portion of long-term debt	22,037		13,025
Deferred income taxes	536		1,022
Other current liabilities	3,962		4,629
Liabilities of discontinued operations	490		9,160
Total current liabilities	189,114		179,551
Long-term deposits	29,738		34,865
Long-term debt	214,062		140,065
Accrued pension liability	206,489		217,141
Deferred income taxes	5,444		5,736
Other liabilities	21,325		24,254
Total Liabilities	666,172		601,612
Commitments and Contingencies
Capital:
Partners’ capital common units: 29,655,138 and 30,786,100 issued and outstanding (after deducting 5,285,333 and 4,154,371 held in treasury, at cost of $77,639 and $63,181) at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.	534,228		545,206
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	12,170		(17,862)
Total Partners’ Capital	546,398		527,344
Noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	240,805		249,403
Total Capital	787,203		776,747
Total Liabilities and Capital	$ 1,453,375		$ 1,378,359

[1] The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of loans receivable, net was $51,333 and $71,111 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Acquisitions Steel Excel Sports (Details) (Steel Excel Sports [Member], USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013 acquisition
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Number of Acquisitions (in acquisitions)	2
Purchase price	$ 3,250
Ruckus Sports LLC [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	30.00%

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable Nonaccrual Loans (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	$ 540	$ 241
Narrative [Abstract]
Period After Which Loans are Placed on Nonaccrual Status (in days)	90 days
Period During Which Borrower has Paid According to the Contractual Terms (in months)	6 months
Period During Which Principal or Interest is Due and Unpaid (in days)	30 days
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,092	2,581
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	430	147
Narrative [Abstract]
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,092
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	430	147
Narrative [Abstract]
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	2,092
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	110	94
Narrative [Abstract]
Recorded investment in accruing loans equal to greater than 90 days past due	$ 0

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Trade and Other Receivables (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Receivables [Abstract]
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,422 in 2013 and $2,004 in 2012	$ 109,266	$ 81,820
Other receivables	4,993	2,194
Total	114,259	84,014
Allowance for doubtful accounts	$ 2,422	$ 2,004

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Subsequent Events

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Subsequent Events [Abstract]

Subsequent Events

SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

On October 10, 2013, the Company, SPH Group LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, and the Manager entered into the Fifth Amended and Restated Management Agreement, effective as of May 11, 2012, to clarify the manner in which the annual incentive fee is calculated and paid to the Manager.

On October 10, 2013, SPH GP entered into the Fourth Amended and Restated Agreement of Limited Partnership of the Company to reflect certain clarifications, including changes consistent with the revisions to the Fifth Amended and Restated Management Agreement, which include the creation of a new class of partnership securities.

On October 10, 2013, iGo, Inc. (“iGo”) entered into a Management Services Agreement (the “Management Services Agreement”) with SP Corporate, effective as of October 1, 2013. Pursuant to the Management Services Agreement, SP Corporate will provide iGo with executive and corporate services.

On October 23, 2013 the Company entered into a Credit Agreement (the “Credit Facility”) with PNC Bank, National Association (“PNC”), as administrative agent for the lenders thereunder. The Credit Facility provides for a revolving credit facility with borrowing availability of up to $50,000 which the Company may use for its working capital and investment needs and for the reimbursement of letters of credit. Amounts outstanding under the Credit Facility bear interest at LIBOR plus 1.00%, and are collateralized by first priority security interests of certain of the Company's deposit accounts and publicly traded securities. The Credit Facility contains customary affirmative and negative covenants, including a minimum cash balance covenant, and customary events of default. All amounts outstanding under the Credit Facility are due and payable in full on October 23, 2016.

Acquisition by Steel Excel

On October 29, 2013, a newly-formed, wholly owned subsidiary of Steel Excel's energy business entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement (the “Asset Purchase Agreement”) to acquire substantially all of the assets of Black Hawk Energy Services, Inc. (“Black Hawk”) for $60,000 in cash. Closing of Asset Purchase Agreement is subject to several closing conditions, including that there has been no material adverse effect on the condition of Black Hawk, consent, if necessary, of the lenders under the Energy Credit Agreement, certain employees of Black Hawk accepting employment, and satisfaction of certain employment matters requirements. In connection with the Asset Purchase Agreement, Steel Excel's energy business will execute a guaranty at closing that guarantees the payment obligations, if any, of its newly-formed subsidiary after the closing.

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Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]

Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

CAPITAL AND ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

The Company has two classes of common units - Class A and Class B.  Class B common units are identical to a Class A common unit, and the holder of a Class B common unit has all the rights of a holder of a Class A common unit with respect to, without limitation, Partnership distributions and allocations of income, gain, loss or deductions, except that they may not be sold in the public market until the capital account allocable to such Class B common units is equal to the capital account allocable to the Class A common units.  At September 30, 2013 there were 22,715,491 Class A units and 6,939,647 Class B units outstanding. At December 31, 2012 there were 23,846,453 Class A units and 6,939,647 Class B units outstanding.

Common Units Issuance - Directors

In 2012 and 2011 the Company's non-management directors received equity compensation in the amount of $75 each year in the form of restricted common units of the Company. The restrictions vest over a three year period, with one-third of the units vesting on the anniversary date of the grants. The total value of the restricted units granted was $375 in 2012 and 2011. Total expense for the restricted units issued was approximately $104 and $31 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and $250 and $93 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

Common Units Issuance - Deferred Fee Liability

On April 11, 2012, the Company and the Investment Manager terminated the Investor Services Agreement by mutual consent. As a result, the full amount of the Deferred Fee Liability became immediately payable. Instead of receiving the deferred fee in cash, the Investment Manager elected for the total amount to be paid in common units of the Company.  Under the Deferred Fee Agreement, the number of common units issued is determined by applying a 15% discount to the market price of the common units, which represents the fair value of the common units giving effect to the discount for lack of marketability.  As a result, on April 11 and May 11, 2012, 6,403,002 and 536,645 class B common units, respectively, were issued to the Investment Manager. In connection with the termination of the Investor Services Agreement, the Investment Manager agreed not to sell any of the common units issued as payment for the deferred fee during the one year period following the Termination Date.

Common Unitholders — Allocation of Net Income (Loss)

For each period presented net (loss) income attributable to common unit holders is allocated to the common unitholders on a pro rata basis based on the number of units held.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

Changes, net of tax, in Accumulated other comprehensive loss are as follows:

	Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities			Cumulative translation adjustment			Change in net pension and other benefit obligations			Total
Balance at December 31, 2012	$	44,521		$	(1,863	)	$	(60,520	)	$	(17,862	)
Current period other comprehensive gain	44,435			952			468			45,855
Reclassification adjustments, net of tax (a)	(13,257		)	(2,566		)	—			(15,823		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	75,699		$	(3,477	)	$	(60,052	)	$	12,170

(a) Includes a reclassification of unrealized gain to Other income of $1,834, a reclassification of net unrealized gain of $10,432 (net of tax of $1,900) to (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of tax and a reclassification of $991 to Net investment (losses) gains.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, the impact on comprehensive income related to companies accounted for under the traditional equity method was $0 and $1, respectively. At September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, Accumulated other comprehensive loss includes amounts for these companies of $0 and $1, respectively, for unrealized loss on available-for-sale securities.

For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012, there was no impact on comprehensive income related to companies accounted for under the traditional equity method.

Noncontrolling Interests in Consolidated Entities

Noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 represent the interests held by the noncontrolling shareholders of the BNS Liquidating Trust, HNH, DGT and Steel Excel.

Incentive Compensation

Effective January 1, 2012, the Manager was granted incentive units which may entitle the Manager to receive Class B common units of SPLP upon the attainment of specified thresholds. The number of incentive units granted is equal to 100% of the sum of the common units outstanding. On the last day of each fiscal year SPLP will issue to the Manager Class B common units equal to a percentage of the incentive units, based on the specified thresholds.  If the performance measurements are not met, no units will be issued. The incentive units are measured and paid on an annual basis and are accrued on a quarterly basis. Accordingly, the expense accrued will be adjusted to reflect the fair value of the incentive unit calculation at the end of each quarter. Incentive unit expense of $14,313, representing approximately 952,947 units, was recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations with a corresponding amount recorded in partners' capital for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. The incentive unit expense adjustment was $7,536 for the three months ended September 30, 2013. There was no incentive unit expense recorded for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012.

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Pension Benefit Plans Components of Pension Expense and Other Postretirement Benefit Expense(Details) (HNH, Pension Plans, Defined Benefit [Member], USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
HNH | Pension Plans, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans Disclosure [Line Items]
Interest cost	$ 4,639	$ 5,503	$ 13,954	$ 16,238
Expected return on plan assets	(5,976)	(6,765)	(17,988)	(20,255)
Amortization of actuarial loss	1,196	875	3,863	2,140
Total	$ (141)	$ (387)	$ (171)	$ (1,877)

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Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Changes, net of tax, in Accumulated other comprehensive loss are as follows:

	Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities			Cumulative translation adjustment			Change in net pension and other benefit obligations			Total
Balance at December 31, 2012	$	44,521		$	(1,863	)	$	(60,520	)	$	(17,862	)
Current period other comprehensive gain	44,435			952			468			45,855
Reclassification adjustments, net of tax (a)	(13,257		)	(2,566		)	—			(15,823		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	75,699		$	(3,477	)	$	(60,052	)	$	12,170

(a) Includes a reclassification of unrealized gain to Other income of $1,834, a reclassification of net unrealized gain of $10,432 (net of tax of $1,900) to (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of tax and a reclassification of $991 to Net investment (losses) gains.

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	$ 285
Charge-offs	(63)
Recoveries	111
Provision	(37)
Ending balance	296
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	187
Charge-offs	0
Recoveries	12
Provision	(121)
Ending balance	78
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	34
Charge-offs	0
Recoveries	33
Provision	(46)
Ending balance	21
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member]
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Roll Forward]
Beginning balance	64
Charge-offs	(63)
Recoveries	66
Provision	130
Ending balance	$ 197
Minimum
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Historical period for loss rates used in loan grading system	36 months
Maximum
Financing Receivable, Allowance for Credit Losses [Line Items]
Historical period for loss rates used in loan grading system	48 months

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Acquisitions Steel Excel: Fair values assets acquired and liabilities assumed (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	May 31, 2012 Steel Excel
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents				$ 41,963
Marketable securities				217,526
Accounts receivable				23,435
Prepaid expenses and other current assets				3,129
Property, plant and equipment				74,880
Goodwill	83,356	63,622	36,756	48,468
Indentifiable intangible assets				22,793
Other assets				4,088
Total assets acquired				436,282
Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities				10,842
Debt				17,968
Other long-term liabilities				19,517
Total liabilities assumed				48,327
Fair value of non-controlling interests				189,598
Net assets acquired				$ 198,357

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Investments Additional Disclosures Related to Associated Company Financial Statements (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013 Investments in associated companies [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Investments in associated companies [Member]
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Current assets					$ 467,457	$ 96,280
Noncurrent assets					367,524	252,005
Total assets					834,981	348,285
Current liabilities					369,474	61,201
Noncurrent liabilities					154,939	170,857
Total liabilities					524,413	232,058
Parent equity					310,568	116,227
Total liabilities and equity					834,981	348,285
Summary income statement amounts:
Revenue	290,155	112,916	984,595	369,582
Gross profit	47,201	17,206	139,829	54,697
Loss from continuing operations	(2,675)	(3,541)	(19,596)	(4,748)
Net loss after noncontrolling interests	$ (2,918)	$ (4,033)	$ (19,287)	$ (12,749)

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Property, Plant and Equipment, Net (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]

Property, Plant and Equipment

A summary of property, plant and equipment, net is as follows:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Land	$	11,203		$	10,059
Buildings and improvements	52,191			52,983
Machinery, equipment and other	158,134			143,281
Construction in progress	12,132			10,059
	233,660			216,382
Accumulated depreciation and amortization	(55,155		)	(38,800		)
Net property, plant and equipment	$	178,505		$	177,582

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Fair Value Measurements (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]

Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping

Financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis in the consolidated financial statements as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are summarized by type of inputs applicable to the fair value measurements as follows:

September 30, 2013	Level 1		Level 2			Level 3		Total
Assets:
Marketable securities (a)	$	134,463	$	17,171		$	17,861	$	169,495
Long-term investments (a)	182,673		22,018			16,985		221,676
Investments in certain funds	—		—			849		849
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value	15,664		—			—		15,664
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories	1,397		—			—		1,397
Total	$	334,197	$	39,189		$	35,695	$	409,081
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	$	—	$	24,632		$	—	$	24,632
Interest rate swap agreement	—		(211		)	—		(211		)
Total	$	—	$	24,421		$	—	$	24,421

December 31, 2012	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:
Marketable securities (a)	$	128,123	$	69,222	$	1,783	$	199,128
Long-term investments (a)	112,030		59,383		21,784		193,197
Investments in certain funds	—		—		1,021		1,021
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories	127		—		—		127
Total	$	240,280	$	128,605	$	24,588	$	393,473
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	$	—	$	24,742	$	—	$	24,742
Derivative features of subordinated notes	—		—		184		184
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories	—		27		—		27
Total	$	—	$	24,769	$	184	$	24,953

(a) For additional detail of the marketable securities and long-term investments see Note 4 - "Investments." In addition. there is approximately $1,700 of other investments included in Cash and cash equivalents that are considered a Level 2 investment.

Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation

Following is a summary of changes in financial assets measured using Level 3 inputs:

Three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Long - Term Investments
	Investments in Associated Companies (a)			Other Investments - Related Party (b)			ModusLink Warrants (c)			Marketable Securities and Other (d)			Other Investments		Total
Assets
Balance at June 30, 2012	$	29,561		$	33,643		$	—		$	—		$	15,413	$	78,617
Purchases	—			—			—			—			—		—
Sales	—			(4,287		)	—			—			—		(4,287		)
Unrealized gains	(4,860		)	631			—			—			319		(3,910		)
Unrealized losses	—			(45		)	—			—			—		(45		)
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	24,701		$	29,942		$	—		$	—		$	15,732	$	70,375
Balance at June 30, 2013	$	8,582		$	10,341		$	2,835		$	20,952		$	—	$	42,710
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	—			—			—			—			—		—
Purchases	1,000			—			—			—			—		1,000
Sales	—			—			—			(32		)	—		(32		)
Realized gain on sale	—			—			—			—			—		—
Unrealized gains	114			915			—			—			—		1,029
Unrealized losses	(6,206		)	(15		)	(581		)	(2,210		)	—		(9,012		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	3,490		$	11,241		$	2,254		$	18,710		$	—	$	35,695

Nine Months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Long - Term Investments
	Investments in Associated Companies (a)			Other Investments - Related Party (b)			ModusLink Warrants (c)			Marketable Securities and Other (d)			Other Investments		Total
Assets
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	—		$	42,653		$	—		$	—		$	13,623	$	56,276
Purchases	10,923			—			—			—			—		10,923
Sales	—			(4,287		)	—			—			—		(4,287		)
Unrealized gains	13,778			3,114			—			—			2,109		19,001
Unrealized losses	—			(11,538		)	—			—			—		(11,538		)
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	24,701		$	29,942		$	—		$	—		$	15,732	$	70,375
Balance at December 31, 2012	$	10,521		$	11,263		$	—		$	2,804		$	—	$	24,588
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	3,065			—			—			—			—		3,065
Purchases	1,311			—			3,184			39,332			—		43,827
Sales	—			(764		)	—			(22,958		)	—		(23,722		)
Realized gain on sale	—			—			—			1,556					1,556
Unrealized gains	114			826			—			186			—		1,126
Unrealized losses	(11,521		)	(84		)	(930		)	(2,210		)	—		(14,745		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	3,490		$	11,241		$	2,254		$	18,710		$	—	$	35,695

(a) Unrealized losses are recorded in (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of taxes in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(b) Unrealized gains and losses are recorded in Income (Loss) from other investments-related party in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(c) Unrealized losses are recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(d) Realized gain on sale is recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

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Financial Instruments (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Derivative and Other Financial Instrument [Abstract]

Schedule of Derivative Instruments

The foreign currency financial instrument liabilities at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are as follows:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Currency	Carrying Amount		Notional Amount	Carrying Amount		Notional Amount
Japanese Yen	$	1,532	¥150,481	$	1,695	¥146,991
Pound Sterling	23,100		£14,270	23,047		£14,186
Total	$	24,632		$	24,742

Change in Financial Instrument Balance

Information is summarized below for foreign currency financial liabilities and related restricted cash:

Foreign exchange transactions:	September 30,
	2013			2012
Balance, beginning of year	$	24,742		$	23,736
Net investment (gains) losses	(274		)	848
Receipt of dividends, net of interest expense	134			149
Other	30			—
Balance of foreign currency financial instruments liability and related restricted cash, end of period (a)	$	24,632		$	24,733

(a) The financial instruments payable in foreign currencies are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements. Carrying value approximates fair value.

Schedule of Outstanding Forward or Future Contracts with Settlement Dates [Table Text Block]

As of September 30, 2013, the Company had the following outstanding future contracts with settlement dates ranging from October to December 2013:

Commodity	Amount	Notional Value
Silver	760,000 ounces	$	16,600
Gold	900 ounces	$	1,200
Copper	400,000 pounds	$	1,300
Tin	45 metric tons	$	1,000

Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value

Fair Value of Derivative Instruments in the Consolidated Balance Sheets:

Derivative	Balance Sheet Location	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Foreign currency financial instruments (a)	Financial instruments	$	24,632		$	24,742
Commodity contracts (a), (b)	Prepaid and other current assets	$	1,397		$	(127	)
Commodity contracts (a)	Other current liabilities	$	—		$	27
Interest rate swap agreement (a)	Other current liabilities	$	(211	)	$	—
Derivative features of subordinated notes (a)	Long-term debt	$	—		$	(184	)

(a) Carrying amount equals fair value.

(b) Includes $961 designated as hedging instruments as of September 30, 2013.

Schedule of Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) in Statement of Financial Performance

Effect of derivative instruments on the Consolidated Statements of Operations:

		Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
		2013			2012			2013			2012
Derivative	Statement of Operations Location	Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)			Gain (loss)
Foreign currency financial instruments (a)	Net investment gains	$	(1,410	)	$	(682	)	$	274		$	(848	)
Commodity contracts (a)	Cost of goods sold	(1,543		)	—			1,083			—
Commodity contracts (b)	Realized and unrealized gain on derivatives	(351		)	(1,036		)	1,495			(284		)
Interest rate swap agreements (b)	Interest expense	(161		)	—			(265		)	—
Derivative features of subordinated notes (b)	Realized and unrealized gain on derivatives	—			(98		)	(793		)	691
Total derivatives		$	(3,465	)	$	(1,816	)	$	1,794		$	(441	)

(a) Designated as hedging instruments.

(b) Not designated as hedging instruments.

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Fair Value Measurements

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]

Fair Value Measurements

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

Financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis in the consolidated financial statements as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are summarized by type of inputs applicable to the fair value measurements as follows:

September 30, 2013	Level 1		Level 2			Level 3		Total
Assets:
Marketable securities (a)	$	134,463	$	17,171		$	17,861	$	169,495
Long-term investments (a)	182,673		22,018			16,985		221,676
Investments in certain funds	—		—			849		849
Precious metal and commodity inventories recorded at fair value	15,664		—			—		15,664
Commodity contracts on precious metal and commodity inventories	1,397		—			—		1,397
Total	$	334,197	$	39,189		$	35,695	$	409,081
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	$	—	$	24,632		$	—	$	24,632
Interest rate swap agreement	—		(211		)	—		(211		)
Total	$	—	$	24,421		$	—	$	24,421

December 31, 2012	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
Assets:
Marketable securities (a)	$	128,123	$	69,222	$	1,783	$	199,128
Long-term investments (a)	112,030		59,383		21,784		193,197
Investments in certain funds	—		—		1,021		1,021
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories	127		—		—		127
Total	$	240,280	$	128,605	$	24,588	$	393,473
Liabilities:
Financial instruments	$	—	$	24,742	$	—	$	24,742
Derivative features of subordinated notes	—		—		184		184
Commodity contracts on precious metals and commodity inventories	—		27		—		27
Total	$	—	$	24,769	$	184	$	24,953

(a) For additional detail of the marketable securities and long-term investments see Note 4 - "Investments." In addition. there is approximately $1,700 of other investments included in Cash and cash equivalents that are considered a Level 2 investment.

Investments measured and reported at fair value are classified and disclosed in one of the following categories:

Level 1 - Quoted prices are available in active markets for identical investments as of the reporting date. The types of investments included in Level 1 are listed debt and equity securities.

Level 2 - Pricing inputs are other than quoted prices in active markets, which are either directly or indirectly observable as of the reporting date, and fair value is determined through the use of models or other valuation methodologies. Investments which are generally included in this category include corporate bonds and loans, less liquid and restricted equity securities.

Level 3 - Pricing inputs are unobservable for the investment and include situations where there is little, if any, market activity for the investment. The inputs into the determination of fair value require significant management judgment or estimation and due to lack of observable inputs, the assumptions used may impact the fair value of these investments in future periods. Investments which are generally included in this category include private investments, non-exchange traded derivative contracts, and currency and interest rate swaps.

There were no investments transferred into or out of Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 based upon changes of shares traded.

The fair value of the Company's financial instruments, such as cash and cash equivalents, trade and other receivables and trade payables, approximate carrying value due to the short-term maturities of these assets and liabilities. Carrying cost approximates fair value for long-term debt which has variable interest rates.

The precious metal and commodity inventories associated with HNH's fair value hedges (see Note 6 - "Financial Instruments") are reported at fair value. Fair value of these inventories is based on quoted market prices on commodity exchanges and are considered Level 1 measurements. The derivative instruments that HNH purchases in connection with its precious metal and commodity inventories, specifically commodity futures and forwards contracts, are also valued at fair value. The futures contracts are Level 1 measurements since they are traded on a commodity exchange. The forward contracts are entered into with a counterparty and are considered Level 2 measurements.

Following is a summary of changes in financial assets measured using Level 3 inputs:

Three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Long - Term Investments
	Investments in Associated Companies (a)			Other Investments - Related Party (b)			ModusLink Warrants (c)			Marketable Securities and Other (d)			Other Investments		Total
Assets
Balance at June 30, 2012	$	29,561		$	33,643		$	—		$	—		$	15,413	$	78,617
Purchases	—			—			—			—			—		—
Sales	—			(4,287		)	—			—			—		(4,287		)
Unrealized gains	(4,860		)	631			—			—			319		(3,910		)
Unrealized losses	—			(45		)	—			—			—		(45		)
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	24,701		$	29,942		$	—		$	—		$	15,732	$	70,375
Balance at June 30, 2013	$	8,582		$	10,341		$	2,835		$	20,952		$	—	$	42,710
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	—			—			—			—			—		—
Purchases	1,000			—			—			—			—		1,000
Sales	—			—			—			(32		)	—		(32		)
Realized gain on sale	—			—			—			—			—		—
Unrealized gains	114			915			—			—			—		1,029
Unrealized losses	(6,206		)	(15		)	(581		)	(2,210		)	—		(9,012		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	3,490		$	11,241		$	2,254		$	18,710		$	—	$	35,695

Nine Months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Long - Term Investments
	Investments in Associated Companies (a)			Other Investments - Related Party (b)			ModusLink Warrants (c)			Marketable Securities and Other (d)			Other Investments		Total
Assets
Balance at December 31, 2011	$	—		$	42,653		$	—		$	—		$	13,623	$	56,276
Purchases	10,923			—			—			—			—		10,923
Sales	—			(4,287		)	—			—			—		(4,287		)
Unrealized gains	13,778			3,114			—			—			2,109		19,001
Unrealized losses	—			(11,538		)	—			—			—		(11,538		)
Balance at September 30, 2012	$	24,701		$	29,942		$	—		$	—		$	15,732	$	70,375
Balance at December 31, 2012	$	10,521		$	11,263		$	—		$	2,804		$	—	$	24,588
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	3,065			—			—			—			—		3,065
Purchases	1,311			—			3,184			39,332			—		43,827
Sales	—			(764		)	—			(22,958		)	—		(23,722		)
Realized gain on sale	—			—			—			1,556					1,556
Unrealized gains	114			826			—			186			—		1,126
Unrealized losses	(11,521		)	(84		)	(930		)	(2,210		)	—		(14,745		)
Balance at September 30, 2013	$	3,490		$	11,241		$	2,254		$	18,710		$	—	$	35,695

(a) Unrealized losses are recorded in (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of taxes in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(b) Unrealized gains and losses are recorded in Income (Loss) from other investments-related party in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(c) Unrealized losses are recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

(d) Realized gain on sale is recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

Long-Term Investments - Valuation Techniques

The Company primarily uses two valuation methods to estimate the fair value of its equity securities measured using Level 3 inputs. The Company estimates the value of its indirect investment in Fox & Hound primarily using a discounted cash flow method using a market risk premium of 35%. The Company estimates the value of its interest in the SPII Liquidating Trust based on the net asset value of each series of the Trust. The ModusLink Warrants are valued using the Black-Scholes option pricing model (for additional information see Note 4 - "Investments").

Marketable Securities and Other - Investment Techniques

In November 2012, Steel Excel invested $6,000 in convertible debentures of School Specialty Inc. (“School

Specialty”) with a face amount of $11,900. On January 28, 2013, School Specialty filed for protection under Chapter 11

of the United States Bankruptcy Code, and in subsequent months Steel Excel invested approximately $21,300 as part of

the debtor-in-possession loan to School Specialty. Upon School Specialty emerging from bankruptcy on June 11, 2013, Steel Excel received 26,457 shares of common stock of the post-bankruptcy entity in exchange for the convertible debentures,

and received $17,500 in cash and 49,136 shares of common stock of the post-bankruptcy entity in exchange for its

investment in the debtor-in-possession loan. The fair value of the common stock of the post-bankruptcy entity received was

$109 per share. In connection with these transactions, Steel Excel recognized a loss on disposal of the subordinated

debentures of approximately $3,200 and a gain on disposal of the investment in the debtor-in-possession loan of

approximately $1,600, both of which are included as a component of Other expense (income), net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations for the periods ended September 30, 2013. In addition, Steel Excel invested $9,800 in notes of the post-bankruptcy entity in June 2013. Steel Excel's investments in the common stock and notes of the post-bankruptcy entity are

included as Level 3 corporate securities and Level 3 corporate obligations, respectively, as of September 30, 2013.

Level 3 Liabilities

During the nine months ended September 30, 2013, the Company recognized a $184 decrease in fair value for the derivative features of the HNH Subordinated notes which reduced the balance from $184 at December 31, 2012 to $0 at September 30, 2013. As of September 30, 2013, the Company no longer holds any financial liabilities that are measured using Level 3 inputs.

Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Nonrecurring Basis

The Company’s non-financial assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis include the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the acquisitions described in Note 2 – “Acquisitions”. Significant judgments and estimates are made to determine the acquisition date fair values which may include the use of appraisals, discounted cash flow techniques or other information the Company considers relevant to the fair value measurement. Subsequent to initial measurement, the Company evaluates its long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate, in management’s judgment, that carrying values may not be recoverable. Circumstances that could trigger an interim impairment test include but are not limited to: continuing adverse business conditions or legal factors; an adverse action or assessment by a regulator; unanticipated competition; loss of key personnel; the likelihood that a reporting unit or significant portion of a reporting unit will be sold or otherwise disposed; or results of testing for recoverability of a significant asset group within a reporting unit.

As of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, WebBank has impaired loans of $2,665, of which $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA and $2,915, of which $2,328 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA, respectively. These loans are measured at fair value on a nonrecurring basis using Level 3 inputs. See the Impaired Loans section of Note 7 - "Trade, Other and Loans Receivable" for additional discussion of loan impairment measurements.

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Investments Long-Term Investments (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations:
Available-for-sale Securities, Noncurrent	$ 122,352				$ 122,352					$ 153,506
Marketable Securities, Realized Gain	806		3,887		(3,735)		12,865
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	100,786				100,786					35,096
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, at Fair Value	11,241				11,241					11,263
Long-term Investments	236,633				236,633					199,865
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Unrealized gains	987		65		14,217		3,118
Unrealized losses	0		(828)		(2,632)		(828)
Total	987		(763)		11,585		2,290
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	(15,454)		(3,235)		(12,441)		25,384
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party [Abstract]
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	900		586		742		(8,424)	[1]
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 1
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	91,098				91,098					79,352
Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member] | Level 2
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	2,312				2,312					41,476
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series B [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures	0	[2]			0	[2]				16	[2]
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party [Abstract]
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	0	[2]	356	[2]	(16)	[2]	2,385	[2]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series D [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures	508	[2]			508	[2]				542	[2]
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party [Abstract]
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	(15)	[2]	(26)	[2]	(34)	[2]	(11,199)	[2]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series G [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures	6,194	[2],[3]			6,194	[2],[3]				6,016	[2],[3]
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party [Abstract]
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	858	[2],[3]	23	[2],[3]	178	[2],[3]	500	[2],[3]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series H [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures	4,539	[2],[4]			4,539	[2],[4]				3,891	[2],[4]
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party [Abstract]
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	57	[2],[4]	252	[2],[4]	648	[2],[4]	229	[2],[4]
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series I [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Investments in and Advance to Affiliates, Subsidiaries, Associates, and Joint Ventures	0	[2],[5]			0	[2],[5]				798	[2],[5]
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party [Abstract]
Income (Loss) from other investments - related party	0	[2],[5]	(19)	[2],[5]	(34)	[2],[5]	(339)	[2],[5]
API [Member]
Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations:
Available-for-sale Securities, Noncurrent	28,942	[6]			28,942	[6]				32,678	[6]
Marketable Securities, Realized Gain	806	[6]	3,568	[6]	(3,735)	[6]	10,757	[6]
Barbican [Member]
Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations:
Available-for-sale Securities, Noncurrent	0				0					0
Marketable Securities, Realized Gain	0		319		0		2,108
Cosine [Member]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	5,973				5,973					6,668
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	(75)		(59)		(320)		(235)
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	48.60%				48.60%					46.80%
Other Investments in Associated Companies [Member]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	8,984	[7]			8,984	[7]				0	[7]
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	(137)	[7]	0	[7]	(217)	[7]	0	[7]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	40.00%				40.00%
iGo, Inc. [Member]
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	44.70%				44.70%
Fox & Hound [Member]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	0	[2]			0	[2]				10,521	[2]
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	(6,206)	[2]	(4,860)	[2]	(11,521)	[2]	13,778	[2]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	50.00%	[2]			50.00%	[2]				50.00%	[2]
SLI [Member]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	24,324	[6]			24,324	[6]				17,907	[6]
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	(628)	[6]	1,684	[6]	6,417	[6]	(1,298)	[6]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	24.00%	[6]			24.00%	[6]				24.10%	[6]
ModusLink [Member]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	38,309	[6]			38,309	[6]				0	[6]
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	(5,144)	[6]	0	[6]	(11,694)	[6]	0	[6]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	27.10%	[6]			27.10%	[6]			27.10%	14.80%	[6]
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party [Abstract]
Other Investments, Warrants	2,254	[2]			2,254	[2]				0	[2]
Income (Loss) From Other Investments, Warrants	(581)	[2]	0	[2]	(930)	[2]	0	[2]
JPS Industries [Member]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	19,706	[8]			19,706	[8]				0	[8]
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	(3,378)	[8]	0	[8]	4,780	[8]	0	[8]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	39.30%	[8]			39.30%	[8]				39.30%	[8]
JL Hyper Fund [Member]
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	3,490	[2]			3,490	[2]				0	[2]
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	114	[2]	0	[2]	114	[2]	0	[2]
Ownership percentage (as a percent)	45.90%	[2]			45.90%	[2]				0.00%	[2]
Steel Excel
Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Long-term investments	0				0					0
Equity Method Investments, Investments in Associated Companies [Abstract]
Income (Loss) of associated companies, net of taxes	0		0		0		13,139
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	93,410	[6],[8]			93,410	[6],[8]				120,828	[6],[8]
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Proceeds from sales	2,782		580		3,964		29,317
Gross gains from sales	1,149		73		1,245		2,985
Gross losses from sales	0		0		0		0
Net investment gain	1,149		73		1,245		2,985
Change in net unrealized holding gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income	(2,158)		19,732		46,234		7,007
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] | Computer Software and Services [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	2,312	[6],[8]			2,312	[6],[8]				3,824	[6],[8]
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] | Aerospace/Defense [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	67,021	[6],[8]			67,021	[6],[8]				38,256	[6],[8]
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] | Manufacturing [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	0	[6],[8]			0	[6],[8]				28,032	[6],[8]
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] | Restaurants [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	23,511	[6],[8]			23,511	[6],[8]				15,012	[6],[8]
Available for Sale Securities, Noncurrent [Member] | Other [Member]
Investments, All Other Investments [Abstract]
Fair value	$ 566	[6],[8]			$ 566	[6],[8]				$ 35,704	[6],[8]

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

[2] Level 3 investment. For additional information related to the Company's Level 3 investments, see Note 5 - "Fair Value Measurements."

[3] Steel Partners China Access I L.P.

[4] Steel Partners Japan Strategic Fund, L.P.

[5] Sold in the second quarter of 2013. See Note 12 - "Related Party Transactions" for additional information.

[6] Level 1 investment. Equity securities totaling $91,098 and $79,352 were classified as Level 1 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

[7] Represents Steel Excel's investments in a sports business and iGo, Inc. of 40% and 44.7%, respectively.

[8] Level 2 investment. Equity securities totaling $2,312 and $41,476 were classified as Level 2 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Bank Deposits Deposits Time and Money Market (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Time deposits year of maturity:
2013	$ 4,498		$ 25,838
2014	10,843		9,094
2015	14,279		14,264
2016	11,514		11,507
Total time deposits	41,134		60,703
Money market deposits	35,025		17,906
Total deposits	76,159	[1]	78,609	[1]
Deposits [Abstract]
Current	46,421		43,744
Long-term	29,738		34,865
Time Deposits [Abstract]
Time deposit accounts under $100	38,903		53,897
Time deposit accounts $100 and over	2,231		6,806
Fair value of deposits	$ 77,082		$ 79,581

[1] The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of Deposits was $77,082 and $79,581 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Quarterly Financial Data

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Quarterly Financial Data

QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA

The following table reflects the discontinued operations described in Note 3 - "Discontinued Operations" and the measurement period adjustments described in Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation".

						Net Income From Continuing Operations Attributable to Common Unit Holders									Net Income Attributable to Common Unit Holders
Quarter	Revenue		Net Income (Loss) From Continuing Operations			Per Common Unit Basic Attributable to Common Unit Holders			Per Common Unit Diluted			Net Income (Loss)			Per Common Unit Basic			Per Common Unit Diluted
2012
First	$	163,346	$	45,851		$	1.74		$	1.74		$	45,970		$	1.83		$	1.83
Second	201,626		(1,930		)	(0.25		)	(0.25		)	(7,419		)	(0.24		)	(0.24		)
Third	183,705		7,861			0.09			0.09			3,487			0.11			0.11
Fourth	162,909		655			(0.13		)	(0.13		)	(1,020		)	(0.03		)	(0.03		)
	$	711,586	$	52,437								$	41,018

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations(Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Debt and Capital Lease Obligations

Debt and capital lease obligations consists of the following:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Short term debt:
Foreign	$	509	$	778
3/4% Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes	346		346
Total short-term debt	855		1,124
Long-term debt - non related party:
Term Loans	185,844		115,000
Revolving Facility	38,800		15,340
10% Subordinated Notes, net of unamortized discount	—		9,049
Other debt - domestic	8,359		8,597
Foreign loan facilities	3,096		4,713
Total debt to non related party	236,099		152,699
Less portion due within one year	22,037		13,025
Long-term debt to non related party	214,062		139,674
Long-term debt - related party:
10% Subordinated Notes, net of unamortized discount	—		391
Total long-term debt	214,062		140,065
Total debt	$	236,954	$	154,214
Capital lease facility
Current portion of capital lease	$	937	$	1,039
Long-term portion of capital lease	865		1,645
	$	1,802	$	2,684

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Pension Benefit Plans Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Pension Plans, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions [Abstract]
2013	$ 2,800		$ 2,800
2014	22,500		22,500
2015	21,300		21,300
2016	18,200		18,200
2017	17,100		17,100
After year five	49,000		49,000
Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plan, Estimated Future Employer Contributions [Abstract]
Other Postretirement Benefit Expense	$ 400	$ 500	$ 1,400	$ 1,500
HNH | Pension Plans, Defined Benefit [Member]
Defined Benefit Plans Disclosure [Line Items]
Amortization Period for Pension Plan Actuarial Gains (Losses) (in years)			21 years

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Inventories

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]

Inventories

INVENTORIES

A summary of inventories is as follows:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Finished products	$	18,245	$	19,229
In – process	10,644		8,344
Raw materials	15,229		14,346
Fine and fabricated precious metal in various stages of completion	24,745		9,599
	68,863		51,518
Excess of market value over LIFO cost	—		(2,695		)
	$	68,863	$	48,823

Fine and Fabricated Precious Metal Inventory

In order to produce certain of its products, H&H purchases, maintains and utilizespreciousmetal inventory. H&H records itspreciousmetal inventory at the lower of last-in, first-out ("LIFO") cost or market, with any adjustments recorded through cost of goods sold. As ofSeptember 30, 2013, the precious metal inventory is recorded at market. As ofDecember 31, 2012, thepreciousmetal inventory is recorded at LIFO cost, resulting in an inventory adjustment of$2,695.The increase in the amount of precious metal inventory was attributable to the acquisition of Wolverine Joining (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions"), whose precious metal inventory is accounted for at fair value.

Certain customers and suppliers of H&H choose to do business on a “pool” basis, and furnishpreciousmetal to H&H for return in fabricated form (“customer metal”) or for purchase from or return to the supplier. When the customer metal is returned in fabricated form, the customer is charged a fabrication charge. The value of this customer metal is not included in the Company’s balance sheet.To the extent H&H is able to utilize customer precious metal in its production processes, such customer metal replaces the need for H&H to purchase its own inventory. As ofSeptember 30, 2013, H&H’s customer metal consisted of280,832ounces of silver,553ounces of gold, and1,391 ounces of palladium. As of December 31, 2012, H&H’s customer metal consisted of208,433ounces of silver,541ounces of gold, and1,399ounces of palladium.

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Supplemental inventory information:
Precious metals stated at LIFO cost	$	9,443	$	5,460
Precious metals stated under non-LIFO cost methods, primarily at fair value	14,685		—
Market value per ounce:
Silver	21.81		30.20
Gold	1,339.00		1,675.40
Palladium	731.30		702.85

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Related Party Transactions Corporate Services New (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013 Steel Partners, Ltd	Sep. 30, 2013 Management Fee HNH	Sep. 30, 2013 Management Fee Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Management Fee SPLP [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Management Fee DGT	Sep. 30, 2013 Management Fee WebBank	Sep. 30, 2013 Management Fee BNS	Sep. 30, 2013 Management Fee Related Parties	Sep. 30, 2013 Subsequent Event Management Fee iGo, Inc. [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Services fees and reimbursable expenses		$ 8,885	$ 3,600	$ 3,000	$ 576	$ 250	$ 204	$ 1,599	$ 372
Gain on Sale of Investments	$ 764

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Subsequent Events (Details) (Subsequent Event, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified		0 Months Ended
	Oct. 23, 2013 Line of Credit [Member] PNC Bank, National Association [Member]	Oct. 23, 2013 London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member] Credit Agreement [Member]	Oct. 29, 2013 Black Hawk Energy Services, Inc. [Member] Steel Excel
Subsequent Event
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	$ 50,000
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis		LIBOR
Long-term debt, basis spread on variable rate (as a percent)		1.00%
Acquisition price, portion paid in cash			$ 60,000

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Financial Instruments Income Statement Location (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain/(loss)	$ (3,465)		$ (1,816)		$ 1,794		$ (441)
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Foreign currency financial instruments [Member] | Net investment (loss) gain
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain/(loss)	(1,410)	[1]	(682)	[1]	274	[1]	(848)	[1]
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Commodity contracts [Member] | Cost of Sales [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain/(loss)	(1,543)	[1]	0	[1]	1,083	[1]	0	[1]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Commodity contracts [Member] | Realized and unrealized gain (loss) on derivatives [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain/(loss)	(351)	[2]	(1,036)	[2]	1,495	[2]	(284)	[2]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Interest Expense [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain/(loss)	(161)	[2]	0	[2]	(265)	[2]	0	[2]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Derivative features of subordinated notes [Member] | Realized and unrealized gain (loss) on derivatives [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Gain/(loss)	$ 0	[2]	$ (98)	[2]	$ (793)	[2]	$ 691	[2]

[1] Designated as hedging instruments.

[2] Not designated as hedging instruments.

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Investments

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]

Investments

INVESTMENTS

A) Short-Term Investments

Marketable Securities

The Company's short-term investments primarily consist of its marketable securities portfolio held by its subsidiary, Steel Excel. Steel Excel's marketable securities as of September 30, 2013, and December 31, 2012, were classified as "available-for-sale" securities, with changes in fair value recognized in stockholders' equity as Other comprehensive income (loss). Classification of marketable securities as a current asset is based on the intended holding period and realizability of the investment.

The Company's portfolio of marketable securities was as follows:

	September 30, 2013											December 31, 2012
	Cost			Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair value			Cost			Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair value
Available for sale securities
Short-term deposits	$	106,903		$	—	$	—		$	106,903		$	48,596		$	—	$	—		$	48,596
Mutual funds	12,505			3,624		—			16,129			10,368			1,452		—			11,820
United States government securities	50,383			29		—			50,412			99,525			20		(68		)	99,477
Equity securities	69,888			8,279		(4,197		)	73,970			20,822			1,217		(1,922		)	20,117
Commercial paper	6,297			1		—			6,298			22,292			5		(6		)	22,291
Corporate obligations	23,574			855		(43		)	24,386			48,683			308		(277		)	48,714
Total marketable securities	269,550			12,788		(4,240		)	278,098			250,286			3,002		(2,273		)	251,015
Amounts classified as cash equivalents	(108,603		)	—		—			(108,603		)	(51,887		)	—		—			(51,887		)
Amounts classified as marketable securities	$	160,947		$	12,788	$	(4,240	)	$	169,495		$	198,399		$	3,002	$	(2,273	)	$	199,128

The Company's investment portfolio consists of both corporate and government securities that generally mature within three years. The longer the duration of these securities, the more susceptible they are to changes in market interest rates and bond yields. As market interest rates and bond yields increase, those securities purchased with a lower yield-at-cost will be in an unrealized loss position. Steel Excel has considered all available evidence and determined that the marketable securities in which unrealized losses were recorded in the periods ended September 30, 2013 were not deemed to be other-than-temporary.

Marketable securities of approximately $20,400 and $65,500 were sold in the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, resulting in realized gains of $1,863 and $1,777, respectively. These gains are included in Other Income on the Consolidated Statement of Operations. The amortized cost and estimated fair value of investments in available-for-sale securities as of September 30, 2013, by contractual maturity, were as follows:

	Cost		Estimated Fair Value
Mature in one year or less	$	44,134	$	44,157
Mature after one year through three years	14,285		14,435
Mature after three years	21,834		22,504
Total debt securities	80,253		81,096
Securities with no contractual maturities	189,297		197,002
	$	269,550	$	278,098

B) Long-Term Investments

The following table summarizes the Company's long-term investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012. For those investments at fair value, the carrying amount of the investment equals its respective fair value.

					Investment Balance				Income (Loss) Recorded in Statement of Operations
									Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
					September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012		2013			2012			2013			2012
(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Equity securities - U.S. (1), (2)
Computer Software and Services					$	2,312	$	3,824
Aerospace/Defense					67,021		38,256
Manufacturing					—		28,032
Restaurants					23,511		15,012
Other					566		35,704
					93,410		120,828
Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations:
API Group PLC ("API") (1)					28,942		32,678		$	806		$	3,568		$	(3,735	)	$	10,757
Barbican Group Holdings Limited					—		—		—			319			—			2,108
					122,352		153,506		$	806		$	3,887		$	(3,735	)	$	12,865
(B) EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS
Investments in Associated Companies:	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
At Cost:	Ownership
CoSine	48.6	%	46.8	%	$	5,973	$	6,668	$	(75	)	$	(59	)	$	(320	)	$	(235	)
Other (7)					8,984		—		(137		)	—			(217		)	—
At Fair Value:
ModusLink Global Solutions, Inc. ("MLNK") (1)	27.1	%	14.8	%	38,309		—		(5,144		)	—			(11,694		)	—
SL Industries, Inc. ("SLI") (1)	24.0	%	24.1	%	24,324		17,907		(628		)	1,684			6,417			(1,298		)
JPS Industries, Inc. ("JPS") (2)	39.3	%	39.3	%	19,706		—		(3,378		)	—			4,780			—
Fox & Hound (3)	50.0	%	50.0	%	—		10,521		(6,206		)	(4,860		)	(11,521		)	13,778
Other (3)	45.9	%	—	%	3,490		—		114			—			114			—
Steel Excel					—		—		—			—			—			13,139
					100,786		35,096		$	(15,454	)	$	(3,235	)	$	(12,441	)	$	25,384
Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party:
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series B (Barbican) (3)					—		16		$	—		$	356		$	(16	)	$	2,385
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series D ( Fox & Hound)(3)					508		542		(15		)	(26		)	(34		)	(11,199		)
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series G (SPCA) (3), (4)					6,194		6,016		858			23			178			500
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series H (SPJSF) (3), (5)					4,539		3,891		57			252			648			229
SPII Liquidating Trust - Series I (3), (6)					—		798		—			(19		)	(34		)	(339		)
					11,241		11,263		$	900		$	586		$	742		$	(8,424	)
(C) OTHER INVESTMENTS
ModusLink Warrants (3)					2,254		—		$	(581	)	$	—		$	(930	)	$	—
Total Long-Term Investments					$	236,633	$	199,865

(1) Level 1 investment. Equity securities totaling $91,098 and $79,352 were classified as Level 1 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

(2) Level 2 investment. Equity securities totaling $2,312 and $41,476 were classified as Level 2 investments as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

(3) Level 3 investment. For additional information related to the Company's Level 3 investments, see Note 5 - "Fair Value Measurements."

(4) Steel Partners China Access I L.P.

(5) Steel Partners Japan Strategic Fund, L.P.

(6) Sold in the second quarter of 2013. See Note 12 - "Related Party Transactions" for additional information.

(7) Represents Steel Excel's investments in a sports business and iGo, Inc. of 40% and 44.7%, respectively.

The following table presents activity for the available-for-sale securities presented in the table above for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012:

	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES
Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI:
Proceeds from sales	$	2,782		$	580		$	3,964		$	29,317
Gross gains from sales	$	1,149		$	73		$	1,245		$	2,985
Gross losses from sales	—			—			—			—
Net investment gain	$	1,149		$	73		$	1,245		$	2,985
Change in net unrealized holding gains (losses) included in other comprehensive income	$	(2,158	)	$	19,732		$	46,234		$	7,007
Reclassified out of other comprehensive income (loss):
Unrealized gains	$	987		$	65		$	14,217		$	3,118
Unrealized losses	—			(828		)	(2,632		)	(828		)
Total	$	987		$	(763	)	$	11,585		$	2,290

(A) AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES

Fair Value Changes Recorded in OCI

For purposes of determining gross realized gains and losses, the cost of securities sold is based on specific identification. Gross unrealized gains and gross unrealized losses are reported in Accumulated other comprehensive loss in the consolidated balance sheets. In the third quarter 2013 and 2012 the Company recognized other than temporary impairment losses of approximately $1,010 and $829, respectively, related to available-for-sale securities which are included in Asset impairment charges in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

The cost basis and unrealized gains and losses related to our available for sale securities are as follows:

	September 30, 2013									December 31, 2012
	Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value		Cost		Gross Unrealized Gains		Gross Unrealized Losses			Fair Value
Computer Software and Services	$	2,312	$	—	$	—		$	2,312	$	4,447	$	4	$	(627	)	$	3,824
Aerospace/Defense	11,675		55,346		—			67,021		11,675		26,581		—			38,256
Manufacturing	—		—		—			—		16,278		11,754		—			28,032
Restaurants	5,974		17,537		—			23,511		5,974		9,038		—			15,012
Other	575		—		(9		)	566		43,177		101		(7,574		)	35,704
	$	20,536	$	72,883	$	(9	)	$	93,410	$	81,551	$	47,478	$	(8,201	)	$	120,828

Fair Value Changes Recorded in Consolidated Statement of Operations

Available for sale securities also includes the Company's investment in API. Changes in the fair value of the API and Barbican investments (prior to the sale of Barbican in the fourth quarter of 2012) are reported in the consolidated statement of operations as Income (loss) from investments held at fair value.

(B) EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS

Investments in Associated Companies

The Company’s investments in associated companies are accounted for under the equity method of accounting. The Company elected to record certain investments under the equity method at fair value beginning on the dates these investments became subject to the equity method. Associated companies are included in the Diversified Industrial, Energy or Corporate segments. Certain associated companies have a fiscal year end that differs from December 31. Additional information for each of SPLP's investments in associated companies that have impacted the Consolidated Statement of Operations during 2013 or 2012 follows:

Equity Method

• The investment in CoSine is reported on the equity method. SPLP recorded $12 and $374 as its share of capital changes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and $2 and $51 as its share of capital changes for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2012. The aggregate market value of the Company’s interest in CoSine was $9,559 and $9,559 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

• In the first quarter of 2013, Steel Excel made an investment in a fitness equipment company. The investment was a 40% membership interest for a cash price of $4,000. In the third quarter of 2013, Steel Excel made an investment of approximately $5,200 for a 44.7% voting interest in iGo, a mobile device accessories provider company. These investments are being accounted for as associated companies as Steel Excel does not have control over their operations.

Equity Method, At Fair Value:

• In March 2013, pursuant to an agreement (“Investment Agreement”) between the Company and MLNK, SPLP purchased 7,500,000 shares of MLNK common stock for $4.00 per share. MLNK provides supply chain and logistics services to companies in consumer electronics, communications, computing, medical devices, software, luxury goods and retail. This investment, plus the 6,481,185 MLNK shares already owned by the Company and its subsidiaries, gave the Company a 27.1% ownership interest in MLNK common stock. Also, at its annual meeting on March 12, 2013, the MLNK shareholders elected two members of SPLP's management team to the MLNK board of directors, one of which serves as chairman.

As a result of the foregoing events, SPLP has concluded that it now has significant influence over the operating and financial policies of MLNK and therefore its investment is subject to the equity method of accounting. SPLP has elected the fair value option to account for MLNK in order to more appropriately reflect the value of MLNK in its financial statements, and will record future unrealized gains and losses in earnings. Accordingly the investment, which was previously classified as an available-for-sale security, was reclassified to an associated company as of March 12, 2013. Approximately $4,800 of unrealized losses were reclassified out of AOCI and recorded in earnings for the six months ended June 30, 2013.

In accordance with the Investment Agreement, MLNK also issued the Company warrants to purchase an additional 2,000,000 shares at $5.00 per share. See the "Other Investments" section of this Note for a further description of these warrants and their valuation for financial statement reporting.

• SLI is a publicly traded company that designs, manufactures and markets power electronics, motion control, power protection and specialized communication equipment.

• During the second quarter of 2013, JPS stockholders elected two members of SPLP's management team to their board to serve one-year terms, one of which will serve as chairman. As a result of the foregoing events, SPLP has concluded that it now has significant influence over the operating and financial policies of JPS and therefore its investment is subject to the equity method of accounting. Accordingly, the investment in JPS, which was previously classified as an available-for-sale security, was reclassified to an associated company as of June 30, 2013. Approximately $13,200 of unrealized gains were reclassified out of AOCI and recorded in the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2013.

SPLP has elected the fair value option to account for JPS in order to more appropriately reflect the value of JPS in its financial statements and will record future unrealized gains and losses in earnings. JPS is a major U.S. manufacturer of extruded urethanes, ethylene vinyl acetates and mechanically formed glass and aramid substrate materials for specialty applications.

• On March 19, 2012, the Company invested $10,923 to acquire an indirect interest in Fox & Hound as part of a recapitalization which involved the issuance by Fox & Hound of new common equity in conjunction with a long-term refinancing of Fox & Hound's debt. The Company elected to record its investment in Fox & Hound on the equity method at fair value in order to more appropriately reflect the value of Fox & Hound in its financial statements. During the third quarter of 2013, due to the current and projected operating performance of Fox & Hound, the Company wrote its investment down to zero.

• The Company has an investment in a Japanese real estate partnership. In the second quarter of 2013, the Company made an additional investment of $311 and reclassified this investment to an associated company. SPLP has elected the fair value option to account for this investment in order to more appropriately reflect the value of the investment in its financial statements and will record future unrealized gains and losses in earnings. Prior to the second quarter of 2013, this investment was accounted for as an investment at cost and included in Other non-current assets on the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2012 with a balance of $4,576. In the first quarter of 2013 and in the third quarter of 2012, due to declines observed in this business, the Company recorded impairments of $1,510 and $581, respectively, which are included in Asset impairment charges in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.

• During the second quarter of 2012, SPLP acquired an additional 2,227,500 shares of Steel Excel, a publicly traded company. As a result SPLP's ownership increased to 51.1% of the outstanding shares and Steel Excel became a majority-owned controlled subsidiary (for additional information on this transaction, see Note 2 - "Acquisitions").

The following table presents summarized balance sheet and income statement data for SPLP's associated company investments:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Current assets	$	467,457		$	96,280
Noncurrent assets	367,524			252,005
Total assets	$	834,981		$	348,285
Current liabilities	$	369,474		$	61,201
Noncurrent liabilities	154,939			170,857
Total liabilities	524,413			232,058
Parent equity	310,568			116,227
Total liabilities and equity	$	834,981		$	348,285
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Summary income statement amounts:
Revenue	$	290,155		$	112,916		$	984,595		$	369,582
Gross profit	47,201			17,206			139,829			54,697
Loss from continuing operations	(2,675		)	(3,541		)	(19,596		)	(4,748		)
Net loss after noncontrolling interests	(2,918		)	(4,033		)	(19,287		)	(12,749		)

Other Investments at Fair Value - Related Party

Other investments - related party, consist of the Company’s investment in each series of the SPII Liquidating Trust (see Note 12 - “Related Party Transactions”) accounted for under the equity method. The purpose of the SPII Liquidating Trust is to effect the orderly liquidation of certain assets previously held by Steel Partners II, L.P. ("SPII"). SPLP’s financial position, financial performance and cash flows will be affected by the extent to which the operations of the SPII Liquidating Trust results in realized or unrealized gains (losses) and by distributions it makes in each reporting period. The Company holds variable interests in each series of the SPII Liquidating Trust.

Each series of the SPII Liquidating Trust is separate and distinct with respect to its assets, liabilities and net assets. Each individual series has no liability or claim with respect to the liabilities or assets of the other series. Each series shares in the costs, assets and liabilities, if any, that are not specifically attributable to a particular series. Each series generally holds the securities related to a specific investment and cash for operating expenses of the series. The investments in the SPII Liquidating Trust are not redeemable and distributions will be received from the SPII Liquidating Trust as the underlying assets held are sold over a period which is not determinable. There are no unfunded capital commitments with respect to these investments. The fair values for the investments in the SPII Liquidating Trust have been estimated using the net asset value of such interests as reported by the SPII Liquidating Trust. The following tables provide combined summarized data with respect to the other investments - related party accounted for under the equity method, at fair value:

	September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012
Summary of balance sheet amounts:
Total assets	$	25,761		$	25,824
Total liabilities	(32		)	(37		)
Net Asset Value	$	25,729		$	25,787
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013		2012
Summary income statement amounts:
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations	$	2,084		$	1,469		$	1,274	$	(19,264	)

(C) OTHER INVESTMENTS

In connection with the acquisition of ModusLink common shares in March 2013, the Company received warrants ("ModusLink Warrants") to acquire an additional 2,000,000 shares at an exercise price of $5.00 per share. The ModusLink Warrants are accounted for as an asset at fair value with changes in fair value recognized each period in (Loss) Income from investments at fair value in the consolidated statement of operations. The warrants have a life of 5 years and were valued using the Black-Scholes option pricing model. Assumptions used in the current valuation were as follows: 1) volatility of 67.6% 2) term of 4.5 years 3) risk free interest rate of 1.390% based on the U.S. Treasury bill yield, and 4) an expected dividend of $0.

COST METHOD INVESTMENT

In July 2013, Steel Excel invested $25,000 in a limited partnership that co-invested with other private investment funds in a public company. Steel Excel accounts for this investment under the cost method as the limited partnership has no operations and Steel Excel does not have significant influence over the operations of the public company investee. Such investment had an approximate fair value of $24,900 at September 30, 2013, based on the net asset value included in the monthly statement it receives from the partnership.

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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$ 3,153	$ 57,714	[1]
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Net investment gains	(1,519)	(15,661)	[1]
Recovery of loan losses	(35)	(322)	[1]
Loss (Income) of associated companies	12,441	(25,384)	[1]
(Income) Loss from other investments - related party	(742)	8,424	[1]
Loss (Income) from investments held at fair value	4,665	(12,865)	[1]
Gain on sale of discontinued operations	(6,294)	(2,585)	[1]
Deferred income taxes	13,279	9,434
Non-cash interest and dividend income	457	0
Depreciation and amortization	26,343	20,192
Loss on early retirement of debt	1,782	0
Amortization of debt related costs	645	1,178
Reclassification of net cash settlements on derivative instruments	(1,159)	133
Stock based compensation	20,547	5,374
Impairment charges	2,520	1,410	[1]
Other	(1,866)	(373)
Net change in operating assets and liabilities:
Receivables	(17,298)	(16,221)
Receivables from related parties	140	238
Inventories	(1,851)	(2,671)
Prepaid and other assets	(1,608)	(3,076)
Accounts payable, accrued and other liabilities	(16,174)	(8,870)
Payable to related parties	(417)	(4,335)
Increase in deferred fee liability to related party	0	11,448	[1]
Net increase in loans held for sale	34,689	(1,332)
Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities of discontinued operations	(5,591)	6,512
Net cash provided by operating activities	66,107	28,362
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of investments	(213,026)	(164,550)
Proceeds from sales of investments	94,224	211,125
Maturities of marketable securities	134,958	0
Net increase in loans and other receivables	(17,770)	937
Purchases of property and equipment	(17,054)	(25,305)
Reclassification of restricted cash	(1,068)	(997)
Net cash settlements on derivative instruments	1,159	(133)
Proceeds from sale of assets	775	5,889
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired	(60,664)	45,848
Purchase of subsidiary shares from noncontrolling interests	(869)	(4,616)
Investments in associated companies	(36,329)	(16,567)
Proceeds from sales of discontinued operations	45,572	22,194
Net cash used in investing activities of discontinued operations	(102)	(566)
Other	617	994
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities	(69,577)	74,253
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from term loans	80,000	1,838
Repurchases of Subordinated Notes	(11,323)	(5,279)
Net revolver borrowings (repayments)	38,800	(4,728)
Net (repayments) borrowings of term loans – foreign	(1,834)	1,811
Repayments of term loans – domestic	(24,735)	(6,778)
Return of capital paid to noncontrolling interest holders	0	(10,316)
Subsidiary repurchases of common stock	(33,790)	0
Deferred finance charges	(1,887)	0
Net change in overdrafts	4,933	2,322
Net decrease in deposits	(2,481)	(19,863)
Other	(702)	(3,279)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	46,981	(44,272)
Net change for the period	43,511	58,343
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	(216)	119
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	198,027	127,027
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	241,322	185,489
Cash paid during the period for:
Interest	9,182	10,588
Taxes	13,891	5,748
Non-cash investing activities:
Reclassification of investment in associated company to cost of an acquisition	0	137,532
Net decrease (increase) in restricted cash from purchase of foreign currency financial instruments	110	(260)
Non-cash financing activities:
Obligation to repurchase Subordinated Notes	$ 0	$ (913)

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Related Party Transactions Management Agreement (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Management fee percentage, quartely basis (as a percent)			1.50%
Management agreement renewal, term (in years)			1 year
Notice period prior to management agreement renewal, period (in days)			60 days
Management Fee | Manager of SPH
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Services fees and reimbursable expenses	$ 2,110	$ 2,025	$ 6,129	$ 5,327
Deferred fees payable to related party	2,110		2,110		2,097
Reimbursable Expenses | Manager of SPH
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Services fees and reimbursable expenses	211	216	770	968
Deferred fees payable to related party	$ 180		$ 180		$ 573

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Acquisitions Steel Excel (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended							0 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	May 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011	May 31, 2012 Steel Excel	Sep. 30, 2013 Steel Excel	May 31, 2012 Steel Excel	May 31, 2012 Steel Excel SWH	May 31, 2012 Steel Excel SWH Common Stock	May 31, 2012 Steel Excel
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Purchase price net of cash acquired and debt assumed								$ 68,747
Equity Interest Issued or Issuable, Number of Shares (in shares)									2,027,500
Acquisition price, portion paid in cash								7,922
Excess of fair value received over carrying value	20,662							26,237
Investment owned (in shares)							6,611,899			4,584,399
Noncontrolling interest, parent ownership (as a percent)			42.00%
Noncontrolling interest (as a percent)										51.10%
Goodwill	83,356	63,622		36,756	48,468
Previously held equity and noncontrolling acquisition interest (fair value per share)					$ 30.00
Acquisition-date fair value of previously held equity interest					137,532
Amortization Expense 2013						2,000
Amortization Expense 2014						3,265
Amortization Expense 2015						2,807
Amortization Expense 2016						2,186
Amortization Expense 2017						1,664
Amortization Expense Thereafter						$ 6,052

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Quarterly Financial Data (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]

Schedule of Quarterly Financial Information

The following table reflects the discontinued operations described in Note 3 - "Discontinued Operations" and the measurement period adjustments described in Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation".

						Net Income From Continuing Operations Attributable to Common Unit Holders									Net Income Attributable to Common Unit Holders
Quarter	Revenue		Net Income (Loss) From Continuing Operations			Per Common Unit Basic Attributable to Common Unit Holders			Per Common Unit Diluted			Net Income (Loss)			Per Common Unit Basic			Per Common Unit Diluted
2012
First	$	163,346	$	45,851		$	1.74		$	1.74		$	45,970		$	1.83		$	1.83
Second	201,626		(1,930		)	(0.25		)	(0.25		)	(7,419		)	(0.24		)	(0.24		)
Third	183,705		7,861			0.09			0.09			3,487			0.11			0.11
Fourth	162,909		655			(0.13		)	(0.13		)	(1,020		)	(0.03		)	(0.03		)
	$	711,586	$	52,437								$	41,018

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Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Common Unit Distributions (Details)	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items]
Common units outstanding (in shares)	29,655,138	30,786,100
Capital Unit, Class A [Member]
Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items]
Common units outstanding (in shares)	22,715,491	23,846,453
Capital Unit, Class B [Member]
Distribution Made to Member or Limited Partner [Line Items]
Common units outstanding (in shares)	6,939,647	6,939,647

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable Impaired Loans (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012
Receivable [Line Items]
Unpaid principal balance	$ 3,091
Recorded investment with no allowance	2,653
Recorded investment with allowance	12
Total recorded investment	2,665	[1]	2,915	[1]
Related allowance	0
Average recorded investment	2,629
Guarantee by USDA or SBA	2,196
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Unpaid principal balance	2,734
Recorded investment with no allowance	2,523
Recorded investment with allowance	0
Total recorded investment	2,523	[1]
Related allowance	0
Average recorded investment	2,629
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Unpaid principal balance	2,734
Recorded investment with no allowance	2,523
Recorded investment with allowance	0
Total recorded investment	2,523	[1]
Related allowance	0
Average recorded investment	2,629
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Unpaid principal balance	357
Recorded investment with no allowance	130
Recorded investment with allowance	12
Total recorded investment	142	[1]
Related allowance	0
Average recorded investment	$ 0

[1] $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Segment Information (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended					9 Months Ended			12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012		Dec. 31, 2012
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenue:	$ 210,737	$ 162,909	$ 183,705	$ 201,626	$ 163,346	$ 613,295	$ 548,677	[1]	$ 711,586
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:	(5,367)		10,107			13,651	66,148
Income tax provision	7,363		2,246			16,077	14,366	[1]
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(12,730)	655	7,861	(1,930)	45,851	(2,426)	51,782	[1]	52,437
Total	(14,554)		(2,649)			(11,699)	16,960
Diversified Industrial
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenue:	171,874		144,629			502,915	453,445
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:	10,782		10,287			50,301	32,306
Total	(4,005)		1,684			11,197	(1,298)
Energy
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenue:	31,844		34,293			87,571	65,919
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:	3,007		6,208			8,463	23,470
Total	(137)		0			(217)	13,139
Financial Services
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenue:	7,162		5,384			20,742	13,519
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:	4,731		3,229			13,167	7,595
Corporate and other
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenue:	(143)		(601)			2,067	15,794
Income (Loss) from continuing operations before income taxes:	(23,887)		(9,617)			(58,280)	2,777
Total	$ (10,412)		$ (4,333)			$ (22,679)	$ 5,119

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Discontinued Operations (Tables)

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]

Schedule of Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations, Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Additional Disclosures

Assets and Liabilities of discontinued operations at September 30, 2013 include certain remaining assets and liabilities related to HNH's discontinued operations as well as a building owned by DGT, which is being held for sale. Amounts at December 31, 2012 consist of three of HNH's businesses: Continental, CMCC and ITM.

	September 30,		December 31,
	2013		2012
Assets of discontinued operations:
Trade and other receivables	$	—	$	6,372
Inventories	—		7,097
Other current assets	639		1,438
Goodwill	—		6,041
Other intangibles, net	—		11,098
Property, plant and equipment, net	3,724		13,683
Other assets	104		121
Total assets	$	4,467	$	45,850
Liabilities of discontinued operations:
Trade payables and accrued liabilities	$	490	$	9,160
Total liabilities	$	490	$	9,160

	Three Months Ended September 30,				Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013 (a)		2012 (b)		2013 (c)			2012 (b)
Sales	$	283	$	23,651	$	20,094		$	77,483
Net income (loss)	285		1,208		(715		)	3,347
Gain (Loss) after taxes and noncontrolling interests	218		698		(478		)	1,801
Gain on sale of discontinued operations after taxes and noncontrolling interests	810		—		3,231			1,331

(a) Includes the operations of ITM through its sale date.

(b) Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC, ITM, DGT's RFI subsidiary and DGT's Villa subsidiary through their respective sale dates.

(c) Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC and ITM through their respective sale dates.

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations Sun Well Debt (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Interest Expense	$ 1,428	$ 3,100	$ 4,744	$ 10,104	[1]
Loss on early retirement of debt			1,782	0
Revolving Credit Facility [Member] | Steel Excel
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	5,000		5,000
Senior Debt Obligations [Member] | Steel Excel | Term Loan [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Face Amount	20,000		20,000
Interest Expense			300
Loss on early retirement of debt			$ 500

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations Senior Credit Facility (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified			9 Months Ended		1 Months Ended									9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013 London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Notes [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 U.S. Base Rate [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Notes [Member]	Jun. 30, 2013 Interest Rate Swap [Member]	Feb. 28, 2013 Interest Rate Swap [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Interest Rate Swap [Member] Handy and Harman LTD	Feb. 28, 2013 Interest Rate Swap [Member] Handy and Harman LTD	Nov. 08, 2012 Line of Credit [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Debt Obligations [Member]	Sep. 13, 2013 Revolving Credit Facility [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Debt Obligations [Member]	Nov. 08, 2012 Revolving Credit Facility [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Debt Obligations [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Loans Payable [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Notes [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Loans Payable [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Revolving Credit Facility [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Term Loan [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Debt Obligations [Member]	Sep. 13, 2013 Term Loan [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Debt Obligations [Member]	Nov. 08, 2012 Term Loan [Member] Handy and Harman LTD Senior Debt Obligations [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument, Face Amount									$ 205,000						$ 125,000	$ 115,000
Dividends														7,000
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity										160,000	90,000
Current portion of long-term debt	22,037	13,025										2,300
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Two												3,100
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Three												3,900
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Four												3,900
Long-term Debt, Maturities, Repayments of Principal in Year Five												3,900
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis			LIBOR	Base Rate	one-month LIBOR	one-month
Long-term debt, basis spread on variable rate (as a percent)			2.75%	1.75%
Debt, Weighted Average Interest Rate (as a percent)												3.10%	3.04%
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate (as a percent)							0.598%	0.569%
Derivative, notional amount							5,000	56,400
Derivative, Notional Amount, Next Twelve Months							100	1,100
Derivative, Notional Amount, Year Two							200	1,800
Derivative, Notional Amount, Year Three							$ 200	$ 2,200

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable Outstanding Loans (Accruing and Nonaccruing) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	$ 34,606
Guarantee by USDA or SBA	2,196
Pass [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	28,236
Special Mention [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	3,705
Substandard [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	2,665	[1]
Doubtful [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	4,974
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Pass [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	2,451
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	2,523	[1]
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Construction Loans [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Construction Loans [Member] | Pass [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Construction Loans [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Construction Loans [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0	[1]
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Construction Loans [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	4,792
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member] | Pass [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	2,269
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	2,523	[1]
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial, Owner-Occupied [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	182
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member] | Pass [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	182
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0	[1]
Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment [Member] | Real Estate Loans, Commercial-Other [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	0
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	29,632
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member] | Pass [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	25,785
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member] | Special Mention [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	3,705
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member] | Substandard [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	142	[1]
Commercial Portfolio Segment [Member] | Commercial and Industrial [Member] | Doubtful [Member]
Receivable [Line Items]
Total loans	$ 0

[1] $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Goodwill and Other Intangibles (Details 1) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2012
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 161,938		$ 161,938		$ 147,837
Accumulated Amortization	30,715		30,715		21,925
Net	131,223		131,223		125,912
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Trademarks with indefinite lives	8,020		8,020		8,020
Amortization expense	3,052	3,158	8,852	7,540
Products and Customer Relationships [Member]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	112,014		112,014		102,756
Accumulated Amortization	20,606		20,606		14,664
Net	91,408		91,408		88,092
Trademarks [Member]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	28,165		28,165		23,610
Accumulated Amortization	3,474		3,474		2,016
Net	24,691		24,691		21,594
Patents and Technology [Member]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	19,265		19,265		19,025
Accumulated Amortization	5,270		5,270		4,063
Net	13,995		13,995		14,962
Other Intangible Assets [Member]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	2,494		2,494		2,446
Accumulated Amortization	1,365		1,365		1,182
Net	1,129		1,129		1,264
Wolverine
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Amortization Expense 2013	200		200
Amortization Expense 2015	700		700
Amortization Expense 2014	700		700
Amortization Expense 2016	700		700
Amortization Expense 2017	700		700
Amortization Expense Thereafter	$ 10,400		$ 10,400

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Other Investments - Related Party (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified		3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended					9 Months Ended
	Feb. 11, 2013 ModusLink [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Related Party [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Related Party [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Related Party [Member]	Sep. 30, 2012 Related Party [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Related Party [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Partnership [Member]	Jul. 31, 2013 Partnership [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Warrant [Member] ModusLink [Member]
Equity Method Investment Summarized Financial Information, Equity [Abstract]
Total assets		$ 25,761		$ 25,761		$ 25,824
Total liabilities		(32)		(32)		(37)
Net Asset Value		25,729		25,729		25,787
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations		2,084	1,469	1,274	(19,264)
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Income Statement [Abstract]
Number of Warrants Received (in shares)	2,000,000
Warrants Price (in dollars per share)	$ 5.00
Award Vesting Period (in years)									5 years
Expected Term (in years)									4 years 6 months
Expected Volatility Rate (as a percent)									67.60%
Risk Free Interest Rate (as a percent)									1.39%
Expected Dividend Payments									0
Cost Method Investments								25,000
Cost Method Investments, Fair Value Disclosure							$ 24,900

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Quarterly Financial Data (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended					9 Months Ended			12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012		Dec. 31, 2012
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]
Revenue:	$ 210,737	$ 162,909	$ 183,705	$ 201,626	$ 163,346	$ 613,295	$ 548,677	[1]	$ 711,586
Net Income (Loss) From Continuing Operations	(12,730)	655	7,861	(1,930)	45,851	(2,426)	51,782	[1]	52,437
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(0.56)	(0.13)	0.09	(0.25)	1.74	(0.47)	1.32	[1]
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(0.56)	(0.13)	0.09	(0.25)	1.74	(0.47)	1.32	[1]
Net Income (Loss)	$ (15,446)	$ (1,020)	$ 3,487	$ (7,419)	$ 45,970	$ (11,299)	$ 42,038	[1]	$ 41,018
Per Common Unit Basic, Attributable to Common Unit Holders (in dollars per unit)	(0.52)	(0.03)	0.11	(0.24)	1.83	(0.38)	1.43	[1]
Per Common Unit Diluted, Attributable to Common Unit Holders (in dollars per unit)	(0.52)	(0.03)	0.11	(0.24)	1.83	(0.38)	1.43	[1]

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Discontinued Operations - Assets and Liabilities (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Dec. 31, 2012
Assets of discontinued operations:
Trade and other receivables	$ 0				$ 0				$ 6,372
Inventories	0				0				7,097
Other current assets	639				639				1,438
Goodwill	0				0				6,041
Other intangibles, net	0				0				11,098
Property, plant and equipment, net	3,724				3,724				13,683
Other assets	104				104				121
Total assets	4,467				4,467				45,850
Liabilities of discontinued operations:
Trade payables and accrued liabilities	490				490				9,160
Total liabilities	490				490				9,160
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Income Statement Disclosures [Abstract]
Sales	283	[1]	23,651	[2]	20,094	[3]	77,483	[2]
Net income (loss)	285	[1]	1,208	[2]	(715)	[3]	3,347	[2],[4]
Gain (Loss) after taxes and noncontrolling interests	218	[1]	698	[2]	(478)	[3]	1,801	[2]
Gain on sale of discontinued operations after taxes and noncontrolling interests	$ 810	[1]	$ 0	[2]	$ 3,231	[3]	$ 1,331	[2]

[1] Includes the operations of ITM through its sale date.

[2] Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC, ITM, DGT's RFI subsidiary and DGT's Villa subsidiary through their respective sale dates.

[3] Includes the operations of Continental, CMCC and ITM through their respective sale dates.

[4] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

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Inventories Summary of Inventories (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Finished products	$ 18,245	$ 19,229
In – process	10,644	8,344
Raw materials	15,229	14,346
Fine and fabricated precious metal in various stages of completion	24,745	9,599
Inventory, before LIFO reserve	68,863	51,518
Excess of market value over LIFO cost	0	(2,695)
Inventory, Net	$ 68,863	$ 48,823

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Bank Deposits

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Banking and Thrift [Abstract]

Bank Deposits

BANK DEPOSITS

A summary of WebBank deposits is as follows:

Time deposits year of maturity:	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
2013	$	4,498	$	25,838
2014	10,843		9,094
2015	14,279		14,264
2016	11,514		11,507
Total time deposits	41,134		60,703
Money market deposits	35,025		17,906
Total deposits (a)	$	76,159	$	78,609
Current	$	46,421	$	43,744
Long-term	29,738		34,865
Total deposits	$	76,159	$	78,609
Time deposit accounts under $100	$	38,903	$	53,897
Time deposit accounts $100 and over	2,231		6,806
Total time deposits	$	41,134	$	60,703

(a) The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of Deposits was $77,082 and $79,581 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

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Trade, Other and Loans Receivable

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Receivables [Abstract]

Trade, Other and Loans Receivable

TRADE, OTHER AND LOANS RECEIVABLE

Trade and Other Receivables

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2,422 in 2013 and $2,004 in 2012	$	109,266	$	81,820
Other receivables	4,993		2,194
Total	$	114,259	$	84,014

Loans Receivable

    Major classification of WebBank’s loans receivable at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 are as follows:

	Total										Current						Non-current
	September 30, 2013			%		December 31, 2012			%		September 30, 2013			December 31, 2012			September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Real estate loans:
Commercial – owner occupied	$	4,792		10	%	$	6,724		10	%	$	192		$	198		$	4,600	$	6,526
Commercial – other	182			—	%	318			—	%	—			9			182		309
Total real estate loans	4,974			10	%	7,042			10	%	192			207			4,782		6,835
Commercial and industrial	29,632			58	%	9,832			15	%	998			451			28,634		9,381
Loans held for sale	16,817			32	%	51,505			75	%	16,817			51,505			—		—
Total loans	51,423			100	%	68,379			100	%	18,007			52,163			33,416		16,216
Less:
Deferred fees and discounts	4					21					4			21			—		—
Allowance for loan losses	(296		)			(285		)			(296		)	(285		)	—		—
Total loans receivable, net (a)	$	51,131				$	68,115				$	17,715		$	51,899		$	33,416	$	16,216

(a) The carrying value is considered to be representative of fair value because the rates of interest are not significantly different from market interest rates for instruments with similar maturities. The fair value of loans receivable, net was $51,333 and $71,111 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses

The Allowance for Loan and Lease Losses (“ALLL”) represents an estimate of probable and estimable losses inherent in the loan and lease portfolio as of the balance sheet date. Losses are charged to the ALLL when recognized. Generally, commercial loans are charged off or charged down at the point at which they are determined to be uncollectible in whole or in part. The amount of the ALLL is established by analyzing the portfolio at least quarterly, and the provisions for loan losses is adjusted so that the ALLL is at an appropriate level at the balance sheet date.

The methodologies used to estimate the ALLL depend upon the impairment status and portfolio segment of the loan. For the commercial loans a comprehensive loan grading system is used to assign loss given default grades to each loan. The credit quality indicators discussed subsequently are based on this grading system. Loss given default grades are based on both financial and statistical models and loan officers’ judgment. Groupings of these grades are created for each loan class and calculate historic loss rates ranging from the previous 36 to 48 months.

After applying historic loss experience, as described above, the quantitatively derived level of ALLL is reviewed for each segment using qualitative criteria. Various risk factors are tracked that influence judgment regarding the level of the ALLL across the portfolio segments. Primary qualitative factors that may be reflected in the quantitative models include:

• Asset quality trends

• Risk management and loan administration practices

• Risk identification practices

• Effect of changes in the nature and volume of the portfolio

• Existence and effect of any portfolio concentrations

• National economic and business conditions

• Regional and local economic and business conditions

• Data availability and applicability

Changes in these factors are reviewed to ensure that changes in the level of the ALLL are consistent with changes in these factors. The magnitude of the impact of each of these factors on the qualitative assessment of the ALLL changes from quarter to quarter according to the extent these factors are already reflected in historic loss rates and according to the extent these factors diverge from one another. Also considered is the uncertainty inherent in the estimation process when evaluating the ALLL.

Changes in the allowance for loan and lease losses are summarized as follows:

	Real Estate
	Commercial - Owner Occupied			Commercial - Other			Commercial & Industrial			Total
Beginning balance - December 31, 2012	$	187		$	34		$	64		$	285
Charge-offs	—			—			(63		)	(63		)
Recoveries	12			33			66			111
Provision	(121		)	(46		)	130			(37		)
Ending Balance – September 30, 2013	$	78		$	21		$	197		$	296

The ALLL and outstanding loan balances according to the Company’s impairment method are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Real Estate
	Commercial - Owner Occupied		Commercial - Other		Commercial & Industrial		Total
Allowance for loan losses:
Individually evaluated for impairment	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—
Collectively evaluated for impairment	78		21		197		296
Total	$	78	$	21	$	197	$	296
Outstanding Loan balances:
Individually evaluated for impairment (1)	$	2,522	$	—	$	142	$	2,664
Collectively evaluated for impairment	2,270		182		29,490		31,942
Total	$	4,792	$	182	$	29,632	$	34,606

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Nonaccrual and Past Due Loans

Loans are generally placed on nonaccrual status when payment in full of principal and interest is not expected, or the loan is 90 days or more past due as to principal or interest, unless the loan is both well secured and in the process of collection.

A nonaccrual loan may be returned to accrual status when all delinquent interest and principal become current in accordance with the terms of the loan agreement; and the loan, if secured, is well secured; the borrower has paid according to the contractual terms for a minimum of six months; and analysis of the borrower indicates a reasonable assurance of the ability to maintain payments. Payments received on nonaccrual loans are applied as a reduction to the principal outstanding.

Loans are reported as past due when either principal or interest is due and unpaid for a period of 30 days or more. Loans past due 90 days or more and still accruing interest were $2,092 and $2,581 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

Nonaccrual loans are summarized as follows:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	430	$	147
Total Real Estate Loans	430		147
Commercial and Industrial	110		94
Total Loans	$	540	$	241

Past due loans (accruing and nonaccruing) are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Current		30-89 days past due		90+ days past due		Total past due (1)		Total loans		Recorded investment in accruing loans 90+ days past due
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	2,270	$	419	$	2,103	$	2,522	$	4,792	$	2,092
Commercial - Other	182		—		—		—		182		—
Total Real Estate Loans	2,452		419		2,103		2,522		4,974		2,092
Commercial and Industrial	29,465		57		110		167		29,632		—
Total Loans	$	31,917	$	476	$	2,213	$	2,689	$	34,606	$	2,092

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Credit Quality Indicators

In addition to the past due and nonaccrual criteria, loans are analyzed using a loan grading system. Generally, internal grades are assigned to loans based on the performance of the loans, financial/statistical models and loan officer judgment. Loans are reviewed and graded annually or whenever material information is received. In some circumstances, such as smaller performing loans, it may not be possible to obtain the necessary information to update the grades annually. Upon consideration of relevant factors, the Bank Loan Committee may waive on a case-by-case basis the annual grading requirement. Grades follow definitions of Pass, Special Mention, Substandard, and Doubtful. The definitions of Pass, Special Mention, Substandard, and Doubtful are summarized as follows:

• Pass: A pass asset is a higher quality asset and does not fit any of the other categories described below. The likelihood of loss is considered remote.

• Special Mention: A receivable in this category has a specific weakness or problem but does not currently present a significant risk of loss or default as to any material term of the loan or financing agreement.

• Substandard: A substandard receivable has a developing or currently minor weakness or weaknesses that could result in loss or default if deficiencies are not corrected or adverse conditions arise.

• Doubtful: A doubtful receivable has an existing weakness or weaknesses that have developed into a serious risk of significant loss or default with regard to a material term of the financing agreement.

Outstanding loan balances (accruing and nonaccruing) categorized by these credit quality indicators are summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

	Pass		Special Mention		Sub- standard (1)		Doubtful		Total loans
Real Estate Loans:
Construction	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—	$	—
Commercial - Owner Occupied	2,269		—		2,523		—		4,792
Commercial - Other	182		—		—		—		182
Total Real Estate Loans	2,451		—		2,523		—		4,974
Commercial and Industrial	25,785		3,705		142		—		29,632
Total Loans	$	28,236	$	3,705	$	2,665	$	—	$	34,606

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

Impaired Loans

Loans are considered impaired when, based on current information and events, it is probable that WebBank will be unable to collect all amounts due according to the contractual terms of the loan agreement, including scheduled interest payments. When loans are impaired, an estimate of the amount of the balance that is impaired is made and a specific reserve is assigned to the loan based on the estimated present value of the loan’s future cash flows discounted at the loan’s effective interest rate, the observable market price of the loan, or the fair value of the loan’s underlying collateral less the cost to sell. When the impairment is based on amount on the fair value of the loan’s underlying collateral, the portion of the balance that is impaired is charged off, such that these loans do not have a specific reserve in the ALLL. Payments received on impaired loans that are accruing are recognized in interest income, according to the contractual loan agreement. Payments received on impaired loans that are on nonaccrual are not recognized in interest income, but are applied as a reduction to the principal outstanding. Payments are recognized when cash is received.

Information on impaired loans is summarized as follows at September 30, 2013:

			Recorded investment
	Unpaid principle balance		with no allowance		with allowance		Total recorded investment (1)		Related Allowance		Average recorded investment
Real Estate Loans:
Commercial - Owner Occupied	$	2,734	$	2,523	$	—	$	2,523	$	—	$	2,629
Total Real Estate Loans	2,734		2,523		—		2,523		—		2,629
Commercial and Industrial	357		130		12		142		—		—
Total Loans	$	3,091	$	2,653	$	12	$	2,665	$	—	$	2,629

(1) $2,196 is guaranteed by the USDA or SBA.

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Fair Value Measurements Unobservable Inputs Reconciliation - Assets (Details) (Fair Value, Measurements, Recurring [Member], Level 3, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended				9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period	$ 42,710		$ 78,617		$ 24,588		$ 56,276
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	0				3,065
Purchases	1,000		0		43,827		10,923
Sales	(32)		(4,287)		(23,722)		(4,287)
Realized gain on sale	0				1,556
Unrealized gains	1,029		(3,910)		1,126		19,001
Unrealized losses	(9,012)		(45)		(14,745)		(11,538)
Balance at end of period	35,695		70,375		35,695		70,375
Investments in Associated Companies [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period	8,582	[1]	29,561	[1]	10,521	[1]	0	[1]
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	0	[1]			3,065	[1]
Purchases	1,000	[1]	0	[1]	1,311	[1]	10,923	[1]
Sales	0	[1]	0	[1]	0	[1]	0	[1]
Realized gain on sale	0	[1]			0	[1]
Unrealized gains	114	[1]	(4,860)	[1]	114	[1]	13,778	[1]
Unrealized losses	(6,206)	[1]	0	[1]	(11,521)	[1]	0	[1]
Balance at end of period	3,490	[1]	24,701	[1]	3,490	[1]	24,701	[1]
Other Investments - Related Party [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period	10,341	[2]	33,643	[2]	11,263	[2]	42,653	[2]
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	0	[2]			0	[2]
Purchases	0	[2]	0	[2]	0	[2]	0	[2]
Sales	0	[2]	(4,287)	[2]	(764)	[2]	(4,287)	[2]
Realized gain on sale	0	[2]			0	[2]
Unrealized gains	915	[2]	631	[2]	826	[2]	3,114	[2]
Unrealized losses	(15)	[2]	(45)	[2]	(84)	[2]	(11,538)	[2]
Balance at end of period	11,241	[2]	29,942	[2]	11,241	[2]	29,942	[2]
ModusLink Warrants [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period	2,835	[3]	0	[3]	0	[3]	0	[3]
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	0	[3]			0	[3]
Purchases	0	[3]	0	[3]	3,184	[3]	0	[3]
Sales	0	[3]	0	[3]	0	[3]	0	[3]
Realized gain on sale	0	[3]			0	[3]
Unrealized gains	0	[3]	0	[3]	0	[3]	0	[3]
Unrealized losses	(581)	[3]	0	[3]	(930)	[3]	0	[3]
Balance at end of period	2,254	[3]	0	[3]	2,254	[3]	0	[3]
Marketable Securities and Other [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period	20,952	[4]	0	[4]	2,804	[4]	0	[4]
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	0	[4]			0	[4]
Purchases	0	[4]	0	[4]	39,332	[4]	0	[4]
Sales	(32)	[4]	0	[4]	(22,958)	[4]	0	[4]
Realized gain on sale	0	[4]			1,556	[4]
Unrealized gains	0	[4]	0	[4]	186	[4]	0	[4]
Unrealized losses	(2,210)	[4]	0	[4]	(2,210)		0	[4]
Balance at end of period	18,710	[4]	0	[4]	18,710	[4]	0	[4]
Other Investments [Member]
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation, Calculation [Roll Forward]
Balance at beginning of period	0		15,413		0		13,623
Additions - fair value elections in 2013	0				0
Purchases	0		0		0		0
Sales	0		0		0		0
Realized gain on sale	0
Unrealized gains	0		319		0		2,109
Unrealized losses	0		0		0		0
Balance at end of period	$ 0		$ 15,732		$ 0		$ 15,732

[1] Unrealized losses are recorded in (Loss) Income of associated companies, net of taxes in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

[2] Unrealized gains and losses are recorded in Income (Loss) from other investments-related party in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

[3] Unrealized losses are recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

[4] Realized gain on sale is recorded in Other (expense) income in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.

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Pension Benefit Plans

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]

Pension Benefit Plans

PENSION BENEFIT PLANS

The following table presents the components of pension expense and components of other post-retirement benefit (income) expense for the HNH pension plans included the following:

	Pension Benefits
	Three Months Ended September 30,						Nine Months Ended September 30,
	2013			2012			2013			2012
Interest cost	$	4,639		$	5,503		$	13,954		$	16,238
Expected return on plan assets	(5,976		)	(6,765		)	(17,988		)	(20,255		)
Amortization of actuarial loss	1,196			875			3,863			2,140
Total	$	(141	)	$	(387	)	$	(171	)	$	(1,877	)

The actuarial loss occurred principally because the investment returns on the assets of the HNH pension plans have been lower than the actuarial assumptions. The actuarial losses are being amortized over the average future lifetime of the participants, which is expected to be approximately 21 years. HNH believes that the future lifetime of the participants is appropriate because the plan is completely inactive.

HNH expects to have required minimum contributions to the WHX Pension Plan of $2,800 for the remainder of 2013, $22,500, $21,300, $18,200, $17,100 and $49,000 in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and for the five years thereafter, respectively. Required future contributions are determined based upon assumptions such as discount rates on future obligations, assumed rates of return on plan assets and legislative changes. Pension costs and required funding obligations will be affected by changes in the factors and assumptions described in the previous sentence, as well as other changes such as any plan termination.

In addition to its pension plans, which are included in the table above, HNH also maintains several other post-retirement benefit plans covering certain of its employees and retirees. The approximate aggregate expense for these plans was $400 and $500 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and $1,400 and $1,500 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively.

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Related Party Transactions

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Related Party Transactions [Abstract]

Related Party Transactions

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Management Agreement

On May 11, 2012, SPLP, SPH Group LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of SPLP, and Steel Partners LLC ("SPLLC") entered into the Fourth Amended and Restated Management Agreement ("Management Agreement"), effective as of January 1, 2012, to, among other things, revise the compensation to be paid to SP General Services LLC (the "Manager") and to extend the term of the agreement. Effective January 1, 2012, the Manager receives a fee at an annual rate of 1.5% of total partner’s capital ("Management Fee"), payable on the first day of each quarter and subject to quarterly adjustment. The Management Agreement will continue until December 31, 2013 and will be automatically renewed thereafter for successive one-year terms unless otherwise determined at least 60 days prior to each renewal date by a majority of the independent directors. The Management Agreement was amended further in October 2013 (see Note 21 - "Subsequent Events").

SPLP will bear (or reimburse the Manager with respect to) all its reasonable costs and expenses of the managed entities, the Manager, SPH GP or their affiliates, including but not limited to: legal, tax, accounting, auditing, consulting, administrative, compliance, investor relations costs related to being a public entity rendered for SPLP or SPH GP as well as expenses incurred by the Manager and SPH GP which are reasonably necessary for the performance by the Manager of its duties and functions under the Management Agreement and certain other expenses incurred by managers, officers, employees and agents of the Manager or its affiliates on behalf of SPLP. For the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Manager earned a Management Fee of $2,110 and $2,025, respectively and for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, the Manager earned a Management Fee of $6,129 and $5,327, respectively. The Management Fee is included in Selling General and Administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of operations. Unpaid amounts for management fees included in Payable to related parties were $2,110 and $2,097 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. The Manager incurred $211 and $216 of reimbursable expenses during the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively, and $770 and $968 of reimbursable expenses during the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 in connection with its provision of services under the Management Agreement. Unpaid amounts for reimbursable expenses were $180 and $573 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively, and are included in Payable to related parties.

Corporate Services

On January 1, 2012, SPH Services, a new subsidiary of SPLP, was created to consolidate the executive and corporate functions of SPLP and certain of its affiliates, including SP Corporate Services LLC ("SP Corporate") and SPLLC, and to provide such services to other portfolio companies. SP Corporate, through Management Services Agreements with these companies, provides services which include assignment of C-Level management personnel, as well as a variety of services including legal, tax, accounting, treasury, consulting, auditing, administrative, compliance, environmental health and safety, human resources, marketing, investor relations and other similar services. The fees payable under these agreements are initially based on the level of services expected to be provided. They are subject to annual review and adjustment and are approved by the respective company's board of directors. The agreements automatically renew for successive one-year periods unless and until terminated in accordance with agreement. Under certain circumstances, the termination may result in payment of a termination fee to SP Corporate.

Consolidated subsidiaries that have agreements with SP Corporate include HNH, Steel Excel, SPLP, DGT, WebBank and BNS. Effective January 1, 2013, annual amounts to be billed to these companies are $8,885, $3,600, $3,000, $576, $250 and $204, respectively, and are eliminated in consolidation. In October 2013, SP Corporate entered into a management services agreement with iGo, Inc. for $372 per year (see Note 21 - "Subsequent Events").

In addition to its servicing agreements with SPLP and its consolidated subsidiaries, SP Corporate has management services agreements with other companies considered to be related parties, including CoSine, NOVT, Ore Holdings, Inc., Fox & Hound, J. Howard Inc., SL Industries, Inc. and Steel Partners, Ltd. SP Corporate will charge approximately $1,599 annually to these companies.

SPII Liquidating Trust

SPLP holds interests in the SPII Liquidating Trust, an entity that holds certain investments which it acquired in connection with the Exchange Transaction, which the Manager and its affiliate serve as the manager and liquidating trustee, respectively, without compensation other than reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses. The SPII Liquidating Trust has an investment in Steel Partners Japan Strategic Fund, L.P. and in Steel Partners China Access I L.P. See Note 4 -"Investments" for additional information.

In the second quarter of 2013, the SPII Liquidating Trust sold its remaining investments comprising Trust I to a related party, Steel Partners Ltd. The Company received proceeds of $764 representing its proportionate interest in the Trust. There was no gain or loss on the transaction.  

Mutual Securities

Pursuant to the Management Agreement, the Manager was responsible for selecting executing brokers. Securities transactions for SPLP are allocated to brokers on the basis of reliability and best price and execution. The Manager has selected Mutual Securities as an introducing broker and may direct a substantial portion of the managed entities’ trades to such firm among others. An officer of the Manager and SPH GP is affiliated with Mutual Securities. The Manager only uses Mutual Securities when such use would not compromise the Manager’s obligation to seek best price and execution. SPLP has the right to pay commissions to Mutual Securities, which are higher than those that can be obtained elsewhere, provided that the Manager believes that the rates paid are competitive institutional rates. Mutual Securities also served as an introducing broker for SPLP’s trades. The Commissions paid by SPLP to Mutual securities were approximately $95 and $83 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively and were approximately $311 and $188 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Such commissions are included in the net investment gains (losses) in the consolidated statements of operations. The portion of the commission paid to Mutual Securities ultimately received by such officer is net of clearing and other charges.

Other

On March 31, 2012, Steel Partners, Ltd. assigned its rights, obligations and title to its New York City office lease to SPH Services. In connection with the assignment, Steel Partners, Ltd. agreed to remit $3,286 to SPH Services, subject to adjustment, which represents the present value of the lease payment obligations over the fair value of the leased facilities. In addition, for a total consideration of $1,203, Steel Partners, Ltd. sold to SPH Services the fixed assets held by it relating to the New York City location, which includes furniture, equipment and leasehold improvements. The Company agreed to reimburse Steel Partners, Ltd. $254 for occupancy costs for the three months ended March 31, 2012. These amounts were settled with Steel Partners, Ltd in the third quarter of 2012.

SPLP has an arrangement whereby it holds an asset on behalf of a related party in which it has an investment. The asset had a fair value of $30,699 and $30,172 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively. Under the terms of this arrangement, the related party is the sole beneficiary and SPLP does not have an economic interest in the asset and SPLP has no capital at risk with respect to such asset, other than indirectly through its indirect investment in such related party. No amounts related to this arrangement are recorded on the Consolidated balance sheet. For the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, SPLP was indirectly compensated for providing this arrangement by the payment of a fee. The fees were not material.

The Company’s non-management directors receive an annual retainer of $150, of which $75 is paid in cash and $75 is paid in restricted common units of SPLP. The restricted units vest over a three year period. These directors are also paid fees of $1 for each board committee meeting attended. The chairmen of the Audit Committee, Corporate Governance and Nominating Committee and Compensation Committee are paid an additional fee of $15, $5 and $5 annually, respectively. Effective May 1, 2013, the annual fee for the chairmen of the Audit Committee was increased to $60 annually. For the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012 non-management directors’ fees expensed were $229 and $140, respectively and $627 and $425 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Unpaid non-management directors’ fees are included in Payable to related parties and were $42 and $44 at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012, respectively.

At September 30, 2013, several related parties and consolidated subsidiaries had deposits totaling $25,601 in WebBank. These deposits earned $122 in interest through September 30, 2013. Interest of $34 has been eliminated in consolidation for the three months ended September 30, 2013, and deposits of $23,570 and interest of $115 has been eliminated in consolidation for the nine months ended September 30, 2013. At December 31, 2012, several related parties and consolidated subsidiaries had deposits totaling $27,559 in WebBank.

SPLP has an estimated liability of $116 as of September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012 included in other current liabilities which, pursuant to the Amended Exchange Agreement, is indemnified by Steel Partners II (Onshore) LP (“SPII Onshore”). As a result, the Company recorded an amount receivable from SPII Onshore reported as Receivable from related parties in the consolidated balance sheet.

Deferred Fee Liability to Related Party

Pursuant to an assignment and assumption agreement effective as of July 15, 2009, SPLP assumed from Steel Partners II (Offshore) Ltd. (“SPII Offshore”), an entity previously affiliated with SPII, a liability due WGL Capital Corp. (the "Investment Manager") an affiliate of the Manager, pursuant to a deferred fee agreement (the “Deferred Fee Liability”), in the amount of $51,594. In exchange for assuming the liability, SPLP received consideration of equal value from SPII Offshore comprised of $4,487 in cash and 2,725,533 common units of SPLP (valued at $17.28 per common unit as determined in connection with the implementation of the Exchange Transaction) which are held by SPLP as treasury units.

The amount of the Deferred Fee Liability was indexed to the value of SPLP. The deferred fee was a fair value liability and increased or decreased quarterly by the same percentage as the increase or decrease in the index. The Deferred Fee Liability increased $11,448 in the nine months ended September 30, 2012, and is reported in the consolidated statements of operations as Deferred fee liability to related party-increase. On April 11, 2012 (the "Termination Date"), the Company and the Investment Manager terminated the Investor Services Agreement by mutual consent.  Instead of receiving the deferred fee in cash, the Investment Manager elected for the total amount to be paid in common units of the Company. For additional information see Note 15 - "Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)."

Investment Manager

SPLP is a party to an investor services agreement (the “Investor Services Agreement”) with the Investment Manager whereby the Investment Manager performed certain investor relations services on SPLP’s behalf and SPLP paid the Investment Manager a fee of $50 per year (the “Investor Services Fee”). The Management Fee payable to the Manager was offset and reduced on each payment date by the amount of the Investor Services Fee payable to the Investment Manager. The Investor Services Agreement was terminated in April of 2012 (see Note 15 - "Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)").The Investment Manager earned an Investor Services Fee of $0 for the three months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, and $0 and $13 for the nine months ended September 30, 2013 and 2012, respectively. There were no unpaid amounts for the Investor Services at September 30, 2013 and December 31, 2012.

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Capital and Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Common Units Issuance (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified			24 Months Ended	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		24 Months Ended
	May 11, 2012 Class B Common Units	Apr. 11, 2012 Class B Common Units	Dec. 31, 2012 Director Steel Partners II, L.P. Restricted Common Units	Sep. 30, 2013 Director Steel Partners II, L.P. Common Unit	Sep. 30, 2012 Director Steel Partners II, L.P. Common Unit	Sep. 30, 2013 Director Steel Partners II, L.P. Common Unit	Sep. 30, 2012 Director Steel Partners II, L.P. Common Unit	Dec. 31, 2012 Director Steel Partners II, L.P. Common Unit
Partners' Capital [Line Items]
Equity compensation, directors, annual			$ 75
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Restricted Stock Award, Net of Forfeitures								375
Common units issuance expense				$ 104	$ 31	$ 250	$ 93
Common units, issued (in shares)	536,645	6,403,002
Market price discount applied to common units issued (as a percent)		15.00%

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Document and Entity Information	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Nov. 04, 2013
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]
Entity Registrant Name	STEEL PARTNERS HOLDINGS L.P.
Entity Central Index Key	0001452857
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Filer Category	Non-accelerated Filer
Document Type	10-Q
Document Period End Date	Sep. 30, 2013
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2013
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q3
Amendment Flag	false
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		29,575,745

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Inventories Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013 oz	Dec. 31, 2012 oz
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Market value in excess of LIFO cost		$ 2,695
Customer metal, ounces of silver	280,832	208,433
Customer metal, ounces of gold	553	541
Customer metal, ounces of palladium	1,391	1,399

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Debt and Capital Lease Obligations

9 Months Ended

Sep. 30, 2013

Debt Disclosure [Abstract]

Debt and Capital Lease Obligations

DEBT AND CAPITAL LEASE OBLIGATIONS

Debt and capital lease obligations consists of the following:

	September 30, 2013		December 31, 2012
Short term debt:
Foreign	$	509	$	778
3/4% Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes	346		346
Total short-term debt	855		1,124
Long-term debt - non related party:
Term Loans	185,844		115,000
Revolving Facility	38,800		15,340
10% Subordinated Notes, net of unamortized discount	—		9,049
Other debt - domestic	8,359		8,597
Foreign loan facilities	3,096		4,713
Total debt to non related party	236,099		152,699
Less portion due within one year	22,037		13,025
Long-term debt to non related party	214,062		139,674
Long-term debt - related party:
10% Subordinated Notes, net of unamortized discount	—		391
Total long-term debt	214,062		140,065
Total debt	$	236,954	$	154,214
Capital lease facility
Current portion of capital lease	$	937	$	1,039
Long-term portion of capital lease	865		1,645
	$	1,802	$	2,684

HNH Debt

Senior Credit Facility

On November 8, 2012, H&H Group entered into a $205,000 senior secured credit facility, consisting of a revolving credit facility ("Revolving Facility") in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $90,000 and a term loan ("Senior Term Loan") in an aggregate principal amount of $115,000 (collectively, "Senior Credit Facility"). On April 26, 2013, in connection with the acquisition of Wolverine Joining (see Note 2 - "Acquisitions"), HNH's Senior Credit Facility was amended, and on September 13, 2013, the Senior Credit Facility was further amended. These amendments, among other things, increased the lenders' commitments under the Revolving Facility to $160,000 and their commitments under the Senior Term Loan to $125,000, provided H&H Group with additional flexibility regarding its ability to utilize net cash proceeds from permitted asset sales, reset the amount of dividends and other distributions that may be made by H&H Group to HNH following the payment of $7,000 of previously declared dividends, and amended certain financial covenants and the amortization schedule of the term loan. The term loan, as amended, requires quarterly principal payments of $2,300 for the remainder of 2013, and $3,100, $3,900, $3,900 and $3,900 in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017, respectively.

The facility will expire, with remaining outstanding balances due and payable, on November 8, 2017. The facility is guaranteed by substantially all existing and thereafter acquired or created domestic and Canadian wholly-owned subsidiaries of H&H Group. The Senior Credit Facility restricts H&H Group's ability to transfer cash or other assets to HNH, subject to certain exceptions including required pension payments to the WHX Corporation Pension Plan ("WHX Pension Plan"). Borrowings under the facility bear interest, at H&H Group's option, at a rate based on LIBOR or the Base Rate, as defined, plus an applicable margin as set forth in the loan agreement (2.75% and 1.75%, respectively, for LIBOR and Base Rate borrowings at September 30, 2013). The facility is subject to certain mandatory prepayment provisions and restrictive and financial covenants, which include a maximum ratio limit on Total Leverage and a minimum ratio limit on Fixed Charge Coverage, as defined, as well as a minimum liquidity level. The weighted-average interest rates on the Senior Term Loan and Revolving Facility were 3.10% and 3.04%, respectively, at September 30, 2013, and HNH was in compliance with all debt covenants at September 30, 2013.

In connection with lending requirements under the Senior Credit Facility, H&H Group entered into an interest rate swap agreement in February 2013 to reduce its exposure to interest rate fluctuations. Under the interest rate swap, HNH receives one-month LIBOR in exchange for a fixed interest rate of 0.569% over the life of the agreement on an initial $56,400 notional amount of debt, with the notional amount decreasing by $1,100, $1,800 and $2,200 per quarter in 2013, 2014 and 2015, respectively. The agreement expires in February 2016. In connection with the amendments made to the Senior Credit Facility in connection with the Wolverine Joining acquisition, H&H Group entered into a second interest rate swap agreement in June 2013 to reduce its exposure to interest rate fluctuations. Under the interest rate swap, HNH receives one-month LIBOR in exchange for a fixed interest rate of 0.598% over the life of the agreement on an initial $5,000 notional amount of debt, with the notional amount decreasing by $100, $200 and $200 per quarter in 2013, 2014 and 2015, respectively. The agreement expires in February 2016.

Subordinated Notes

On March 26, 2013, H&H Group instructed Wells Fargo Bank, National Association ("Wells Fargo"), as trustee and collateral agent, to deliver an irrevocable notice of H&H Group's election to redeem all of its outstanding 10% subordinated secured notes due 2017 ("Subordinated Notes") to the holders of the Subordinated Notes. Pursuant to the terms of that certain amended and restated indenture, dated as of December 13, 2010, as amended ("Indenture"), by and among H&H Group, the guarantors named therein and Wells Fargo, as trustee and collateral agent, H&H Group has instructed Wells Fargo to redeem, on April 25, 2013, approximately $31,800 principal amount of Subordinated Notes, representing all of the outstanding Subordinated Notes, at a redemption price equal to 112.6% of the principal amount and accrued but unpaid payment-in-kind-interest thereof, plus accrued and unpaid cash interest. The Subordinated Notes are part of a unit ("Unit"), and each Unit consists of (i) Subordinated Notes and (ii) warrants to purchase shares of common stock of HNH ("Warrants"). The Subordinated Notes and Warrants which comprised the Unit were not detachable until October 14, 2013. Accordingly, all Units were also redeemed. On March 26, 2013, H&H Group irrevocably deposited with Wells Fargo funds totaling $36,900 for such redemption and interest payment in order to satisfy and discharge its obligations under the Indenture from both a legal and accounting perspective. Interest expense for the three months ended March 31, 2013 included a $5,700 loss associated with the redemption of the Subordinated Notes, including the redemption premium and the write-off of remaining deferred finance costs and unamortized debt discounts.

Steel Excel Debt

On July 3, 2013, Steel Excel's energy business entered into a credit agreement (the “Energy Credit Agreement”) with Wells Fargo Bank National Association, RBS Citizens, N.A., and Comerica Bank. The Energy Credit Agreement provided for a borrowing capacity of $80,000 consisting of a $70,000 secured term loan (the “Term Loan”) that was fully drawn by Steel Excel's energy business on July 3, 2013, and up to $10,000 in revolving loans (the “Revolving Loans”) subject to a borrowing base of 85% of the eligible accounts receivable. Borrowings under the Energy Credit Agreement are collateralized by substantially all the assets of Steel Energy and its wholly-owned subsidiaries Sun Well Service, Inc. ("Sun Well") and Rogue Pressure Services, Inc. ("Rogue"), and a pledge of all of the issued and outstanding shares of capital stock of Sun Well and Rogue, and are fully guaranteed by Sun Well and Rogue. The proceeds of the Term Loan at closing, along with proceeds from intercompany loans to Steel Energy from Sun Well and Rogue, were used to pay Steel Excel a dividend of $80,000 and certain fees and expenses related to the Energy Credit Agreement. Steel Excel incurred fees totaling approximately $1,100 in connection with the Energy Credit Agreement that are being amortized over the life of the arrangement as a component of interest expense. The Energy Credit Agreement has a five-year term, with the Term Loan amortizing in quarterly installments of $2,500 and a balloon payment due on the maturity date. At September 30, 2013, $67,500 was outstanding under the Term Loan and no amount was outstanding under the Revolving Loans.

Borrowings under the Energy Credit Agreement bear interest at annual rates of either (i) the Base Rate plus an applicable margin of 1.50% to 2.25% or (ii) LIBOR plus an applicable margin of 2.50% to 3.25%. The “Base Rate” is the greatest of (i) the prime lending rate, (ii) the Federal Funds Rate plus 0.5%, and (iii) the one-month LIBOR plus 1.0%. The applicable margin for both Base Rate and LIBOR is determined based on the leverage ratio calculated in accordance with the Energy Credit Agreement. LIBOR-based borrowings are available for interest periods of one, three, or six months. In addition, Steel Excel is required to pay commitment fees of between 0.375% and 0.50% per annum on the daily unused amount of the Revolving Loans. For the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2013, Steel Excel incurred interest expense of $700 in connection with the Energy Credit Agreement, consisting of $500 in interest on the Term Loans and $200 of amortization of deferred financing fees.

The Energy Credit Agreement contains certain financial covenants, including (i) a leverage ratio not to exceed 3.00:1 for quarterly periods through June 15, 2015, 2.75:1 for quarterly periods through June 30, 2017, and 2.5:1 thereafter and (ii) a fixed charge coverage ratio of 1.15:1 for quarterly periods through December 31, 2016, and 1.25:1 thereafter. The Energy Credit Agreement also contains standard representations, warranties and covenants, including, among other things, covenants relating to (i) financial reporting and notification, (ii) payment of obligations, (iii) compliance with law, (iv) maintenance of properties and (v) payment of restricted payments. The repayment of the Term Loan can be accelerated upon (i) a change in control, which would include Steel Energy owning less than 100% of the equity of Sun Well or Rogue or SPLP owning, directly or indirectly, less than 35% of Steel Excel's energy business or (ii) other events of default, including payment failure, false representations, covenant breaches, and bankruptcy.

Sun Well Debt

Sun Well, a wholly owned operating subsidiary of Steel Excel, previously had a credit agreement (the "Sun Well Credit Agreement") with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, that included a term loan of $20,000 and a revolving line of credit for up to $5,000. All amounts due under the Sun Well Credit Agreement were fully repaid in the first nine months of 2013 and the facility was terminated as of July 3, 2013, upon closing of the Energy Credit Agreement. For the nine months ended September 30, 2013, Steel Excel incurred interest expense of $300 in connection with the Sun Well Credit Agreement. Upon termination of the Sun Well Credit Agreement, the Company recognized a loss on extinguishment of $500 from the write off of unamortized deferred financing costs, which was reported as a component of Other income in the consolidated statements of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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Investments Short-Term Investments (Details) (Steel Excel, USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended	9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2013 Available for sale securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Available for sale securities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Amounts classified as cash equivalents [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Amounts classified as cash equivalents [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Amounts classified as marketable securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Amounts classified as marketable securities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Short term deposits [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Short term deposits [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Mutual funds [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Mutual funds [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 United states government securities [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 United states government securities [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Equity securities [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Equity securities [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Commercial paper [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Commercial paper [Member] Available for sale securities [Member]	Sep. 30, 2013 Corporate obligations Available for sale securities [Member]	Dec. 31, 2012 Corporate obligations Available for sale securities [Member]
Marketable Securities, Cost to Fair Value Reconciliation [Abstract]
Cost	$ 269,550	$ 269,550	$ 269,550	$ 250,286	$ (108,603)	$ (51,887)	$ 160,947	$ 198,399	$ 106,903	$ 48,596	$ 12,505	$ 10,368	$ 50,383	$ 99,525	$ 69,888	$ 20,822	$ 6,297	$ 22,292	$ 23,574	$ 48,683
Gross Unrealized Gains			12,788	3,002	0	0	12,788	3,002	0	0	3,624	1,452	29	20	8,279	1,217	1	5	855	308
Gross Unrealized Losses			(4,240)	(2,273)	0	0	(4,240)	(2,273)	0	0	0	0	0	(68)	(4,197)	(1,922)	0	(6)	(43)	(277)
Fair value	278,098	278,098	278,098	251,015	(108,603)	(51,887)	169,495	199,128	106,903	48,596	16,129	11,820	50,412	99,477	73,970	20,117	6,298	22,291	24,386	48,714
Cost
Mature in one year or less	44,134	44,134
Mature after one year through three years	14,285	14,285
Mature after three years	21,834	21,834
Total debt securities	80,253	80,253
Securities with no contractual maturities	189,297	189,297
Cost	269,550	269,550	269,550	250,286	(108,603)	(51,887)	160,947	198,399	106,903	48,596	12,505	10,368	50,383	99,525	69,888	20,822	6,297	22,292	23,574	48,683
Estimated Fair Value
Mature after one year through three years	44,157	44,157
Mature after one year through three years	14,435	14,435
Mature after three years	22,504	22,504
Total debt securities	81,096	81,096
Securities with no contractual maturities	197,002	197,002
Fair value	278,098	278,098	278,098	251,015	(108,603)	(51,887)	169,495	199,128	106,903	48,596	16,129	11,820	50,412	99,477	73,970	20,117	6,298	22,291	24,386	48,714
Sale of Available-for-sale Securities, Sold During the Period	20,400	65,500
Gross gains from sales	$ 1,863	$ 1,777

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Net Income (Loss) Per Common Unit (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended							9 Months Ended				12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013		Dec. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2012		Jun. 30, 2012	Mar. 31, 2012	Sep. 30, 2013		Sep. 30, 2012		Dec. 31, 2012
Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders, Basic [Abstract]
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	$ (12,730)		$ 655	$ 7,861		$ (1,930)	$ 45,851	$ (2,426)		$ 51,782	[1]	$ 52,437
Restricted stock expense	0			31				0		93
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in consolidated entities	(3,747)			(5,074)				(11,627)		(12,878)	[1]
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(16,477)			2,818				(14,053)		38,997
Income from discontinued operations	2,148			1,208				5,579		5,932	[1]
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests	(1,117)			(508)				(2,825)		(2,798)	[1]
(Loss) Net Income from discontinued operations, net of tax, attributable to parent	1,031			700				2,754		3,134
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	$ (15,446)			$ 3,518				$ (11,299)		$ 42,131
Net (loss) income per common unit - basic: (in dollars per unit)
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(0.56)		(0.13)	0.09		(0.25)	1.74	(0.47)		1.32	[1]
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02				0.09		0.11	[1]
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	(0.52)		(0.03)	0.11		(0.24)	1.83	(0.38)		1.43	[1]
Earnings Per Share, Diluted, Two Class Method [Abstract]
Net (loss) income from continuing operations	(0.56)		(0.13)	0.09		(0.25)	1.74	(0.47)		1.32	[1]
Net income from discontinued operations	0.04			0.02				0.09		0.11	[1]
Net (loss) income attributable to common unitholders	(0.52)		(0.03)	0.11		(0.24)	1.83	(0.38)		1.43	[1]
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic [Abstract]
Weighted average common units outstanding - basic (in shares)	29,663,204			31,814,312				30,015,739		29,402,343	[1]
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares Outstanding Adjustment [Abstract]
Unvested restricted stock (in shares)	0			27,175				0		27,175
Denominator for net income per common unit - diluted (in shares)	29,663,204	[2]		31,841,487	[2]			30,015,739	[2]	29,429,518	[2]
Incentive Units [Member]
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares Outstanding Adjustment [Abstract]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	457,548							591,294
Unvested Restricted Stock Units [Member]
Weighted Average Number Diluted Shares Outstanding Adjustment [Abstract]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount	77,896							77,896

[1] Reflects measurement period adjustment related to Steel Excel's acquisition of SWH, Inc. (see Note 1 - "Nature of the Business and Basis of Presentation").

[2] The following were excluded from the diluted per unit calculation as their impact would have been anti-dilutive; Approximately 457,548 and 591,294 incentive units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013, respectively. Approximately 77,896 unvested restricted stock units, for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2013.

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Discontinued Operations HNH’s Discontinued Operations (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended		1 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Jan. 31, 2013 Continental Industries [Member] Handy and Harman LTD	Jun. 30, 2013 Canfield Metal Coating Corporation [Member] Handy and Harman LTD	Jul. 31, 2013 Indiana Tube Mexico [Member] Handy and Harman LTD installment	Jul. 31, 2013 Segment, Discontinued Operations [Member] Indiana Tube Mexico [Member] Handy and Harman LTD
Schedule of Sale of Discontinued Operation [Line Items]
Sale Price			$ 37,400	$ 9,500	$ 3,700
Net cash used in investing activities of discontinued operations	(102)	(566)	3,700
Working Capital Adjustment			100	500
Number of Installments (in installments)					2
Sales Price Installment					1,850
Restructuring Reserve						900
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain						$ 2,600

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Inventories Supplemental Inventory Information (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Sep. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2012
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Precious metals stated at LIFO cost	$ 9,443	$ 5,460
Precious metals stated under non-LIFO cost methods, primarily at fair value	$ 14,685	$ 0
Market value per ounce, Silver (in dollars per ounce)	21.81	30.20
Market value per ounce, Gold (in dollars per ounce)	1,339.00	1,675.40
Market value per ounce, Palladium (in dollars per ounce)	731.30	702.85