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Knots that have the spiral insert to the ball are the only knots accepted as being Navy by the majority of collectors. This is because most Navy daggers obtained directly from vets and having knots that are "frozen" in place have this spiral. Also, Imperial Navy knots have the spiral.

All silver bullion knots that I know of have the spiral and all of these are Navy for sure.

But--some Army daggers can be found with the aluminum version with the spiral--so--possibly not correct even though they may be original to the piece. Also, some Navy daggers can be found with knots without the spiral-again, possibly not correct but original to the piece. Adding to this is the fact that Navy knots are usually a bit longer than Army knots and some knots without the spiral are indeed longer.

Also-there is no catalog or regulation covering this aspect that I know of

Nylon knots can be found in all lengths

I know of no spiral insert short knots

From what I can see your knot appears original.

I think that covers everything we know. Conclusion is that most would rather have the spiral version for their Navy daggers.