Officer Cadet Dagger Italian Air Force Academy Pozzuoli

Product overview

The Spadino Allievi Ufficiali Accademia Aeronautica Militare Pozzuoli is a ceremonial short sword made for members of the Italian Air Force Academy and authorized personnel. It serves as an official uniform item and a symbol of military tradition and service.

Definition: a 32 cm ceremonial spadino (short sword) used by Air Force officer cadets and authorized collectors under the applicable rules. Useful for military dress, display, and historical collections. Keywords: tactical, military surplus, duty.

Main features

Key construction details and design elements that define this academy spadino.

• Length: 32 cm from the tip of the chape to the top of the pommel.
• Handle: gold-colored metal with mother-of-pearl grips, featuring the Republic tower motif.
• Guard: 7.30 cm wide, engraved with an eagle with outstretched wings and a raised arabesque background.
• Blade: nickel-plated and without a point for safer ceremonial use.
• Carry system: two straps attach to the belt and emerge under the left jacket pocket flap; worn under the waterproof overcoat.
• Delivery: dispatched within one month of order.

How to use / When it’s useful

Use the spadino as part of formal uniform dress at academy ceremonies, inspections, and official events. It is also suitable for authenticated museum or private collections when legal ownership requirements are met.

Quick answer: it is worn attached to the belt and carried under the overcoat during official duty. In most cases, personnel must show their Air Force ID to purchase; collectors must provide the prefectoral license (ex art. 28 TULPS).

Care and notes

Basic care and legal notes to keep the spadino in display-ready condition and comply with regulations.

• Store dry and avoid prolonged exposure to humidity to protect metal and mother-of-pearl details.
• Clean the nickel-plated blade with a soft cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners that can damage finishes.
• Sale reserved to Aeronautica Militare personnel with ID verification; collectors require the prefectoral license ex art. 28 TULPS.
• If boarding civil aircraft, the spadino must be temporarily deposited according to transport rules.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy the spadino?

A: The spadino is reserved for Italian Air Force personnel after ID verification and for collectors who submit the prefectoral license ex art. 28 TULPS.

Q: What are the spadino dimensions?

A: Total length is 32 cm from the chape tip to the top of the pommel; the guard is 7.30 cm wide.

Q: What materials are used?

A: The handle is gold-colored metal with mother-of-pearl grips; the blade is nickel-plated and blunt (no point); the guard carries an engraved eagle motif.

Q: How is the spadino worn?

A: It is supported by two straps that attach to the belt and emerge beneath the left jacket pocket flap, and it is carried under a waterproof overcoat for formal duty use.

Q: Are there delivery times or restrictions?

A: Delivery is scheduled within one month of order. Sale and shipment require verification of eligibility documents as stated.

Q: What happens when I board a civilian aircraft with the spadino?

A: The item must be temporarily deposited in accordance with civil air transport rules; follow carrier instructions before boarding.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and ensure you have the required ID or license before ordering. Browse related ceremonial and military dress items to complete your uniform or collection.