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Italy, R.S.I. - San Marco Battalion “Lion’s Head” Officers Dagger

Italy, WWII - Fascist Repubblica Sociale Modello 1936 Italiana “Testa di Leone” Pugnale da ufficiale del Battaglione San Marco. In 1936, this dagger was developed for the Marines and distributed to the personnel of the San Marco Battalion. The double edged, 7 3/16 inch long, spear point blade on this one looks excellent! A bright finish with crossgraining still visible. It shows the odd spot and surface scratches throughout. The blade ridges butt against a surrounded oval brass guard. The steel scabbard is black painted. It remains dent free and holds 98% paint coverage. Typical scratches and marks throughout. It remains dent free. The reverse sheet metal hanger is riveted and screwed in place. Typical rub marks from use. The throat is brass based. The hit is constructed out of two pieces of molded black bakelite. The finger guard looks to have been re-melted back in place. There is a fasces to each side and the pommel top features the identifying “Lion Head” with a waved mane (representing Venice). This is an extremely rare Axis piece!

Rating:    Exc++/NM
Item Number:    D-32332
Price:    $1,499.95 USD





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