Crude Made Dagger; Opinions Please

drac2k · 22nd July 2024, 08:57 PM

I recently acquired this crude village-made blacksmith knife and I'm not sure as to what I have. I've been told everything from a Civil War Bowie, to an Indian Trade Knife, a Mountaineer's blade, etc. and I also realize that it could be a modern copy. I like the wear and tear and the traces of the file it was made from.
It comes with a scabbard which fits , but is too short; obviously, the top has broken off and the remaining metal throat seems to fit the sheath and the knife, however, that may not be the case that it belongs with this dagger.
This is probably one I'll never figure out, but a consensus.
It measures 16.25" and 1 & 5/8" at its widest.

22nd July 2024, 08:57 PM	#1
drac2k Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 1,217	Crude Made Dagger; Opinions Please I recently acquired this crude village-made blacksmith knife and I'm not sure as to what I have. I've been told everything from a Civil War Bowie, to an Indian Trade Knife, a Mountaineer's blade, etc. and I also realize that it could be a modern copy. I like the wear and tear and the traces of the file it was made from. It comes with a scabbard which fits , but is too short; obviously, the top has broken off and the remaining metal throat seems to fit the sheath and the knife, however, that may not be the case that it belongs with this dagger. This is probably one I'll never figure out, but a consensus. It measures 16.25" and 1 & 5/8" at its widest. Attached Images