I know nothing about daggers but this is interesting as I've glass beaded a AL. part once to get a frosted look.. It could actually be a type of plating though..


I like your glass bead method,,try a fine and see, then try the other way,a co****r grade cutting media and see,,maybe a rub and buff after that!
Interesting project,,If you get it please show a photo..Hopefully a dagger guy will come in with some help..Good luck!