Grip Assembly Army Officer Dagger M1935 – Grip, Ring & Pommel
Grip assembly for an Army Officer’s Dagger Model 1935, consisting of grip, grip ring and pommel. The assembly is suitable as a replacement part, restoration part or reference piece for a corresponding Army Officer’s Dagger. The grip has the typical round form and shows an orange-colored tone.
Grip: The grip is round in shape and features double-twisted fluting. The fluting is convex, curving outward. The grip material shows the characteristic orange coloration. The surface shows age- and use-related traces.
Grip Ring & Pommel: The grip ring and pommel are present. The pommel corresponds to the typical form used on the Army Officer’s Dagger Model 1935. Damage is present on the grip assembly and on the pommel. The condition should therefore be taken into account when using the piece for replacement or restoration purposes.
Condition: Preserved grip assembly with grip, ring and pommel. The grip has an orange tone and visible fluting. The pommel and grip assembly are damaged. This piece is described as a replacement part, restoration part or comparison piece.
Historical Background: Grip Assembly for the Army Officer’s Dagger Model 1935
The Army Officer’s Dagger Model 1935 was worn as a sidearm with the uniform. Typical components include the grip, grip ring, pommel, crossguard, blade and scabbard. Grip parts were produced in different color tones, including light, yellowish and orange-colored versions.
The grip of the Army Officer’s Dagger is usually round and fluted. The exact form of the fluting may vary slightly depending on execution and maker. Grip, ring and pommel form the upper grip assembly and determine the visual appearance of the dagger.
Individual grip assemblies were often preserved separately from complete daggers. Such parts are used today for completion, restoration or comparison purposes. For damaged parts, fit, material, color tone and condition should be checked before use.
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