{"product_id":"original-soviet-russian-post-wwii-naval-dagger-with-scabbard-dated-1949","title":"Original Soviet Russian Post-WWII Naval Dagger with Scabbard - Dated 1949","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a very good early post-WWII Soviet naval officer’s dagger dated 1949 and complete with its black leather covered scabbard. The dagger retains its double edge spear point blade, yellow ochre colored grip, gilt brass alloy fittings, Soviet star pommel, USSR state emblem, leather blade buffer, and decorated scabbard mounts. The dagger was manufactured shortly after the end of WWII and represents the traditional Soviet naval officer’s sidearm worn with formal and service dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete dagger measures approximately 12 1\/2 inches long. The double edge spear point blade measures approximately 8 1\/2 inches long. The blade remains sharp and appears to have been lightly sharpened during its period of use. Minor oxidation and surface wear are present. The original leather blade buffer remains retained at the base of the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne side of the ricasso is marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3NK\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1949\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe marking identifies the Cyrillic factory abbreviation \u003cb\u003eЗиК\u003c\/b\u003e, associated with the Zlatoust Tool Combine, a major Soviet manufacturer of military edged weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse of the ricasso is serial numbered\u003cb\u003e NO 10594\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grip is constructed from a yellow ochre colored material that appears to be bone or a similar molded material. Its exact composition has not been confirmed. The gilt brass alloy crossguard has curved quillons and shows expected wear to the finish. The pommel bears a \u003cb\u003eSoviet five pointed star\u003c\/b\u003e on its upper surface. The side displays the \u003cb\u003estate emblem of the Soviet Union\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pommel cap can be unscrewed, allowing the hilt assembly to be disassembled. It should not be repeatedly removed, as unnecessary manipulation could damage the threads or loosen the grip components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dagger is complete with its black leather covered scabbard and gilt brass alloy mounts. One side of the scabbard throat is engraved with a fouled anchor. The reverse depicts a naval warship. These naval motifs identify the dagger with Soviet fleet service and form part of the decorative program associated with this officer’s pattern. The scabbard fittings show age and surface wear but remain substantially intact. The scabbard button still works well and locks the scabbard correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Soviet naval dagger developed from earlier Russian officer’s dirk traditions and was standardized during WWII. It continued to be issued after the war as an important element of naval officer dress and ceremonial equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1949 date places this example during the immediate postwar reorganization of the Soviet armed forces. The Soviet naval establishment was rebuilding after wartime losses while expanding its submarine and surface forces for the emerging Cold War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clearly dated \u003cb\u003e3NK \/ 1949\u003c\/b\u003e marking, serial number \u003cb\u003eNO 10594\u003c\/b\u003e, retained blade buffer, and early postwar manufacture make this a desirable example of the Soviet naval officer’s dagger. The period sharpening, minor blade oxidation, and wear to the gilt fittings are important condition factors, but the dagger remains substantially complete and retains a strong early postwar appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 8 3\/8\"\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Double Edged Spear Point Dagger\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 12¼“\u003cbr\u003eCrossguard: 3 1\/4”\u003cbr\u003eScabbard Length: 9¼\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45556761231429,"sku":"ONJR25DENV036","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONJR25DENV036__01.jpg?v=1786726208","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-soviet-russian-post-wwii-naval-dagger-with-scabbard-dated-1949","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}