Japanese Empire. A Naval Officer's Dagger, C.1942 Newly Listed reverse engraver marked "WRIGHT" below

reverse engraver marked "WRIGHT" below the bow

He was formerly with the Army Service Corps (DM2/168818) before receiving a commission as a 2nd Lieutenant with the Royal Garrison Artillery

The Tradewind did one patrol in home waters

" He was accepted for overseas service and three and a half weeks later

Typical WWI period Cross of fine quality make with good details

Japanese Empire. A Naval Officer's Dagger, C.1942 Newly Listed reverse engraver marked "WRIGHT" belowMeasuring 403 mm, with the scabbard on, this dagger features a 227 mm nickel plated steel blade, magnetic, with a sharp edge, blade spine, along with fullers on both sides, with a very sharp tip. The blade exhibits scratches overall, common to extraction and return to the scabbard, in addition to chips in the sharpened edge and scattered flaking and surface wear throughout, exhibiting a natural shine, the tip having been bent back slightly. It