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10th March 2012, 02:16 PM | #1 |
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Unusual curved naval dirk for ID
Not seen one like this before, possibly eastern, presumably one of the retailer/outfitter sold pieces for dress occasions?
Condition isn't perfect but all parts appear to be original. Strange shaped guard isn't broken, just has a strange 'quarter' knuckle bow. No markings apart from the cast emblem on the guard. Any thoughts? |
11th March 2012, 06:00 PM | #2 |
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11th March 2012, 06:31 PM | #3 |
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Not my area really - but the sheath looks odd, isn't that type of drag to the end for a much longer sword ?
Looks a bit made up to my uneducated eye, or could it be a type of "society" sword ? Regards. |
11th March 2012, 09:20 PM | #4 |
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looks vaguely french imperial to me. young midshipmans private purchase?
scabbard looks incomplete, leather/wood lining missing? throat also. |
12th March 2012, 12:46 AM | #5 | |
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Scabbard is also missing one suspension loop and mount. I thought private purchase. Hopefully someone will recognise it. French would be good. Best Gene |
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12th March 2012, 01:06 AM | #6 |
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Did other nations use the lion motif on Dirks?
Anyone recognise the laurels and flags? |
13th March 2012, 11:27 PM | #7 |
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Surely someone recognises it?
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12th March 2012, 12:38 AM | #8 | |
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Thanks for the input. I hadn't thought society I must say. However, although the type is unfamiliar the general shape and 'elements' all say naval dirk to me. Best Gene |
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