A Model 1935 Air Defence Dagger Of The Austrian Bundesstaat Auction Spanish Air Force Pilot's Insignia

Spanish Air Force Pilot's Insignia - Pilot's Collar Tab (aluminum with bronze gilt and red insignia

obverse illustrating the seated figure of Emperor Franz Joseph I wearing the Hungarian crown of St

explaining the seven year difference on his Attestation)

in Godet marked case of issue inner lid padding loose

Certificate of Registration - with photograph

A Model 1935 Air Defence Dagger Of The Austrian Bundesstaat Auction Spanish Air Force Pilot's InsigniaThis is a very fine Model 1935 Air Defence Dagger of the Austrian Bundesstaat. The dagger is constructed out of solid nickel and is therefore quite heavy. The pommel is rounded, bearing resemblance to a crown, with a pointed top. Immediately below it is a loop to hold a portepee. The grip is constructed of painted white wood, is bulbous in the center, and tapers at the upper and lower areas. The paint remains perfectly intact on this grip but has some