Navy Dirk: Elegance And Historical Exclusivity

ESPADÍN. Author: Vicente Toledo Momparler (sword expert)

Reference	4-1855-A
Name	Espadín for chiefs, officers, and meritorious members of the Administrative Corps of the Navy
Model	1855
Fittings	All made of gilded brass and very well decorated. Decorated trilobular pommel. Tapered grip, on the front side featuring the emblem of the Administrative Corps, a braided cord over an anchor beneath a royal crown. On the reverse, longitudinal grooves. Crossguard with straight quillons, beautifully chiselled. An arabesque is seen in the central polygon.
Blade	Straight, with ridges on the first third and a large hollow with engravings. The rest is triple-edged.
Scabbard	Black leather with mouthpiece and chape of gilded brass and the Arms of Spain on the button.
Inscription	Decorative engravings according to the Royal Order of March 15, 1855.
Validity	Two years, from 1855 to 1857.
Replacement	Model 1844 Navy saber.
Total Length	925 mm
Blade Length	761 mm
Blade Width	21 mm
Collection	Manuel Patiño

Navy Dirk: Elegance and Historical Exclusivity