Dagger for identification and discussion

[Sajen]

Thank you all for these very interesting thoughts. If I may summarize, the knife's handle shape and construction can be dated to at least the 17th century, possibly even the 16th. One theory is that it's a shortened blade, but I personally doubt that. Hence my previous question about possible comparison pieces. However, while the pieces shown have the same/similar handle shape and construction, the blade shape is different in all of them.
Again, thank you all for your thoughts and knowledge, my own knowledge in this area is very rudimentary.

Regards,
Detlef

[Sajen]

Just found a very similar example online, sadly without any further description, my search word was "bauernwehr"!

Found the source: https://www.bladesmithsforum.com/ind...19-bauernwehr/

[urbanspaceman]

Figured I may as well add what I have, although I can assure you all this is from early 1700s - so not really relevant, but I like to contribute what I can. More likely a domestic knife I suspect but... that said, it seems unlikely, having that grip.