M-1936 Austrian Air Defense (Anti-Aircraft) Dagger. Zeitler, Wien VIII TM. An example of this rare dagger is shown on pages 21 & 22 of World of Dress Daggers 1900-1945 by Robert J. Berger. Chrome-plated hilt fittings show light surface wear/age patina to the pommel in the form of a stylized crown of Rudolf II, and a crossguard of stylized wings with a central stylized bow and arrow on red and white enamel back ground insignia of the Austrian Air Defense. There is some chipping to the upper edge of the red background. The upper end of the left quillon has one tiny depression. Underside of the right quillon is equipped with a small hook to hold the portepee in place. White enamel over wood grip shows shows several small surface scuffs to the enamel. Plated cross diamond-section blade grades EX+ showing light surface wear/age patina but no nicks to the cutting edges. Dent-free chrome-plated scabbard shows light surface wear/age patina but no lifting to plating. Scabbard is complete with a single integral suspension band with an embossed circle motif and two suspension rings. Nice example recently obtained in Germany. Exc+ (26472) $2,350. SOLD