Training Dagger

Sharpen your short-range skills without the danger of a live edge with this training dagger. Designed for close-quarters drills, grappling transitions, and theatrical fight work, it reproduces the weight, balance and handling of a real dagger while keeping safety front and center. Whether you are a fight coordinator rehearsing choreography, a re-enactor practicing period combat, or a self-defence instructor teaching realistic responses, this dagger lets you train harder and more often with far less risk.

A brief history of practice daggers

Short blades have been part of martial training for millennia. Soldiers and martial artists used blunt or wooden short blades to rehearse thrusts, parries and fighting from tight ranges without the life-threatening risk of sharp steel. Stage combat and film fight crews extended that tradition with specialized practice daggers to choreograph realistic-looking actions safely. Modern synthetic trainers preserve the functional geometry of historical daggers while solving the durability and safety problems of wood and metal practice pieces.

Why this training dagger works and product details

Like Cold Steel’s training swords, this dagger is molded from the heaviest grade polypropylene available to closely match the profile and balance of a live dagger. The construction is virtually unbreakable and impervious to moisture and temperature so it will withstand heavy use in rehearsals, outdoor practices, and full contact sparring. The blade shape retains a realistic ridge and point feel for practicing alignment and short-range thrust mechanics while remaining safe for controlled partner work. The handle geometry supports a secure grip during reversals, disarms, and retention drills. Low maintenance and designed for repeated impact, it is ideal for schools, theatre productions, and instructors who need a reliable, durable training tool. See the product specification block on this page for exact dimensions and available sizes.

Why choose this training dagger: realistic short-blade handling, weatherproof synthetic construction, durable for heavy rehearsal, and safe for partner and stage work.