Unusual dagger, billfish or bone “blade”?

wildwolberine · Yesterday, 09:28 PM

I’m curious to know where this dagger might be from. Doesn’t appear to be particularly old. I’m not sure if the “blade” is a billfish bill or perhaps mammalian leg bone? The hilt is the tip of a cow’s horn. The sleeve or ferrule is thin brass. It’s just held in by friction and is loose as you can see. Any input is appreciated - I know this may just be a curio or knickknack!

Overall length ~45cm
Blade length ~34cm

Yesterday, 09:28 PM	#1
wildwolberine Member Join Date: May 2023 Location: San Antonio Posts: 138	Unusual dagger, billfish or bone “blade”? I’m curious to know where this dagger might be from. Doesn’t appear to be particularly old. I’m not sure if the “blade” is a billfish bill or perhaps mammalian leg bone? The hilt is the tip of a cow’s horn. The sleeve or ferrule is thin brass. It’s just held in by friction and is loose as you can see. Any input is appreciated - I know this may just be a curio or knickknack! Overall length ~45cm Blade length ~34cm Attached Images