{"product_id":"original-croatian-land-army-model-1941-dagger-by-braca-knaus-of-zagreb-with-scabbard","title":"Original Croatian Land Army Model 1941 Dagger by Braca Knaus of Zagreb with Scabbard","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a well-worn example of the Croatian Land Army Model 1941 dagger, manufactured by \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBraca Knaus of Zagreb\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. The dagger retains its original silver-plated brass hilt and matching scabbard, together with its nickel-plated steel blade. Braca Knaus was a prominent Croatian manufacturer during the period, producing edged weapons for Croatian military personnel and Ustaše officers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe circular pommel features an embossed twisted rope border surrounding the raised initials \"\u003cb\u003eNHD\u003c\/b\u003e,\" denoting the Independent State of Croatia. The straight crossguard is fitted with downward-turned quillons decorated with a matching twisted rope border, while the quillon block is embellished on both obverse and reverse with a distinctive triplet motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nickel-plated blade measures approximately 10 inches in length and exhibits significant wear to the plating, exposing areas of oxidized steel beneath. The ricasso is maker marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBRACA KNAUS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eZAGREB\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dagger measures approximately 14½ inches in overall length. The silver-plated brass hilt has developed an attractive, untouched patina consistent with age and service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original silver-plated brass scabbard remains with the dagger and is decorated with an embossed pattern across its lower half, contrasting with a pebbled finish on the upper portion. Both suspension rings remain intact, although each exhibits some denting from use. The scabbard measures approximately 11¼ inches in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a scarce example of the Croatian Land Army Model 1941 dagger by one of the best-known Croatian wartime manufacturers. Retaining its matching scabbard, identifiable maker mark, and original plated fittings, it is an excellent representative example of this increasingly difficult-to-find pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 10\"\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 14 1\/2\"\u003cbr\u003eCrossguard: 3 1\/4”\u003cbr\u003eScabbard Length: 11 1\/4”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45422643216453,"sku":"ONSV26CBZ060","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/945BC3DA-04F0-4E85-AC89-933001684448.jpg?v=1785359315","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-croatian-land-army-model-1941-dagger-by-braca-knaus-of-zagreb-with-scabbard","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}