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Chris Dayton
Location: Austin, TX Joined: 29 Oct 2017
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 Posted: Sat 17 Apr, 2021 6:34 am Post subject: 18th-c. dagger for comments |
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Here's an all-steel antique dagger upon which I recently did some minor work -- mostly tightening everything up and slightly re-profiling the blade to account for a broken tip. I have it featured here under "Antique Blades" along with some other pieces that may be of interest: https://customknives.mystrikingly.com/
I was unable to get any specific provenience info about the dagger, but it is reported to be from the 18th century. I welcome any insights you may have about likely period and place of origin.
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Glen A Cleeton
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Honestly, the form is more mid 19th century. Generally with a horn, bone or wood grip. Post Georgian, imho. Often listed as gambler or prostitute dtrks, also noted as a standard for sailors.
Cheers
GC
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Chris Dayton
Location: Austin, TX Joined: 29 Oct 2017
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Interesting! Thanks for posting.
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This is a standard topic