Japanese Naval Officer's Dirk

[Eric Zentner]

Just picked this Dirk up today, unfortunately it is broken and missing it`s pommel but the price was right.
Any idea of the diamond shaped mark with N or Z in it?

[gel65]

I have one very similar to this it is a shame the handle is broken, I believe the mark on the cross guard is for the manufacturer

[cricketchris1944]

This is very nice Eric.
Very fancy.
chris

[Eric Zentner]

Thanks for the kind words gents.

Eric

[Walkwolf]

Nice Eric. I love the use of stylised floral designs
on Japanese military items.........

[davejb]

These are pretty hard to come by in good order, most i believe were destroyed by their owners prior to surrender or imminent capture or went down with their ships etc

[gel65]

These dagger are hard to find as Dave said few as often in good condition, in my opinion one of the best looking japanese edged weapons

[rbminis]

Congrats Eric!
One piece that I have been wanting to add to my collection for some time now. Thought I bought one once, it was a copy. I sent it back and haven't had the right opportunity to buy one since.
Unfortunate about the handle but, a nice find none the less.
Ralph.

[Eric Zentner]

Thanks again guys. I was not looking for one but that is like most of my items that I buy.
Wish I could concentrate on one subject but what the fun is that

Eric

[cricketchris1944]

Not every item can be perfect.
But think of the history and where it has been.
chris