Official Air Force Dagger: Elegance And Tradition

OFFICIAL DAGGER OF THE AIR FORCE MODEL 1946. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	4-1946-C
Name	Official Dagger of the Air Force Model 1946
Guard	Golden brass shaped like a cross, with straight quillons finished with decorative motifs. In the center, the Aviation emblem with imperial crown and on the opposite side, the Coat of Arms of Spain with the Saint John eagle and imperial crown.
Grip	Light-colored paste with braid and wire wrapping with golden thread twist. Pommel shaped as a ball, gilded and chiseled like a crown. Small nut.
Blade	Straight, with ricasso and double-edged with three facets. Tip aligned with the axis of symmetry.
Scabbard	Golden brass, with two clasps and corresponding rings.
Inscription	F N Toledo (below imperial crown)
Regulation	Decree of November 19, 1946 – “Dagger. For Generals, Chiefs, Officers, and Cadet Gentlemen”.
Lanyard	Two gold cords joined by an acorn.
Suspender Chains	Two golden chains ending in two hooks.
Total Length	480 mm
Blade Length	365 mm
Blade Width	20 mm

Official Air Force Dagger: Elegance and Tradition