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					Originally Posted by kahnjar1
					
				 
				Is that a slot I see towards the blade tip? If so it could be some sort of sewing tool...maybe for sails? 
Stu 
			
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 My first thought was the same mate.
A blade to cut the sail-cloth, an awl to make the holes and a hook to pull the yarn through. 
Just a guess though.
It's certainly a good looking and quality item. I'd also agree mediterranean. Possibly naval rather than 'fisherman'.