Russian Imperial Navy WW1 era officer's regulation dirk . Inscribed on the blade with the name of the ship "КРАБЪ" (Crab), a Submarine Mine Laying ship. Maker: Zlatoust Arms Factory.
Description:
Straight double-edged steel blade with inscribed with engraved ship's name "КРАБЪ" (Crab) and the cipher of the Emperor Nicholas II on one side and malker's name "ШЛАТОУСТ ОРУЖ. ФАБРИКА" (Zlatoust Arms Factory) on the other side. The ivory grip ends with brass ball-shaped pommel. The ends of the crossguard are rounded and bent in opposite directions. TWooden scabbard is covered with black leather and has brass fittings and rings.
Condition: Very good original condition, showing very some wear on the ivory grip and brass fittings.
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WW1 era Russian Imperial "КРАБЪ" (Crab) type Submarine mine layer ship.
