Chinese Nationalist Army Officer Dagger WW2 . DW144

Chinese Nationalist Army Officer Dagger. 1930s-1940s (ww2) era. Handle is fabricated from age-toned multicolored celluloid, with eight rows of wire wrap. Gilt brass mounts adorned with a nice basic design. The grip is in decent condition. At the pommel area there are two crossed flags: the Republic of China flag and the KMT flag. Gilt cross guard a bit loose and has wiggle to guard area. The scabbard is in worn condition and has a nice quality design to brass portions of the upper and lower sections of the scabbard, the bottom fitting has a bit of a hit to the lower portion. The basic blade is very worn condition with graying and wear. Blade length approximately 9 3/4 inches and approximately 15 1/2 inches in overall length. Very worn condition.

Additional Notes: The Chinese National Army Officer Dagger were issued to officers of the Kuomintang (KMT) during the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937–1945). They typically featured nickel-plated steel blades with a sharp tip and dull edges. The gilt brass crossguards and fittings were typically adorned with plum blossom motifs. Multicolored grips were wrapped in wire. Scabbards were made of steel with brass fittings. These daggers are sought after due to their scarcity and historical significance. Many were handmade, resulting in unique variations. They are especially prized by collectors from Taiwan, the Chinese diaspora, and militaria enthusiasts worldwide. These officer’s daggers were both finely and crudely made, with a great deal of variation apparent among surviving examples.

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