Original Polish Model 1952 Naval Officer Dress Dagger with Scabbard - No. 4328
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Original Item: Only One Available. Following the Allied Victory in WWII, Poland unfortunately was quickly turned into a communist state due to the machinations of the occupying Soviet forces. The Polish government in exile was ignored, and a new government was formed by the communist party, with rigged elections ensuring a landslide. The armed forces were re-organized, and the earlier 1920's design dress daggers were redesigned.
This is a very nice example of a Communist-Era Polish Model 1952 Naval Officer's Dress Dagger. It has an amber-colored handle, which is celluloid and originally would have been a cream white color. The handle has great age toning, with a small crack and chipping near the cross guard. The pommel has a large Polish National Eagle, which does not have a crown and is the wider version seen, indicating it is a Communist era dagger.
The black leather covered scabbard has brass fittings, and has the Polish Navy insignia of a "fouled anchor" over a shield and large cross. There is a lock button on the reverse of the handle, which locks into the scabbard top fitting. Both hanger rings are in very good shape, however the leather is definitely aged and cracked a bit.
The blade is in very good condition, and is quite bright, possibly nickel-plated. There is the usual runner wear, but otherwise it shows the original factory texture quite nicely. The blade is stamped 4328A, a somewhat low number. This was most likely made in the 1950s or 1960s.
A lovely communist era Polish dagger, ready to display!
Measurements:
Overall Length: 13 1/2 inches
Blade Length: 9 inches
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