Brief Description:  The medieval dagger was a short, sharp sidearm optimized for thrusting and close-quarters grappling. Worn by everyone from peasants to knights, it typically featured a double-edged blade (25–50 cm), a rigid point for piercing armor gaps, a small cross-guard, and a single-handed grip.

A typical medieval dagger consisted of the following detailed components:

Blade: Stiff and highly tapered. Unlike swords built for slashing, medieval daggers were designed to penetrate chain mail and gaps in plate armor. Most were double-edged, though single-edged utility knives were also utilized.

Hilt (Guard): Unlike long sword crossguards, dagger guards were generally smaller to avoid hindering close-quarters grappling. Styles varied widely depending on the region and era.

Handle (Grip): Sized to accommodate exactly one hand, handles were frequently shaped for optimal purchase and crafted from wood, bone, horn, or wire-wrapped metal.

Pommel: The counterweight at the end of the hilt, used to balance the blade and secure the handle tang.