The Korean Dagger, or Japanese Chosen, is a very rare blade. It was used by Japanese Officials in charge of the Colonial Administration of Korea. The dagger was an important symbol of rank and ceremony. It was often carried with or without the Chosen Sword and both have similar features. The handle of the dagger is covered in rayskin, with twisted wire and a sturdy backstrap. It has a short s-shaped crossguard with a single-edged, flat blade that displays a hamon, a specific kind of blade pattern. These daggers also display the Japanese "kiri" emblems.