Dagger ID Needed

Atlantia · 10th December 2009, 11:15 AM

What a nice piece Robert!

First thought was that it reminded me of the Hudiedao (have a look at Gavs impressive selection).
The scabbard is really familiar and I'm sure I've seen something similar... somewhere.......
As Tim noted, the 'thimbles' are kind of distinctive. Iron with a brass band? I've not seen ones like that before. I'd say they are a good clue for identifying the place of manufacture (thimbles are quite collectable, must be a forum somewhere).
Then the handle shape looks Phillipine....
How about a fusion piece? Many Chinese immigrants worked in the clothing trade?

I absolutely love it though! It looks very well made. An extremely interesting piece.

Gene

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10th December 2009, 11:15 AM	#3
Atlantia Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Sharp end Posts: 2,928	What a nice piece Robert! First thought was that it reminded me of the Hudiedao (have a look at Gavs impressive selection). The scabbard is really familiar and I'm sure I've seen something similar... somewhere....... As Tim noted, the 'thimbles' are kind of distinctive. Iron with a brass band? I've not seen ones like that before. I'd say they are a good clue for identifying the place of manufacture (thimbles are quite collectable, must be a forum somewhere). Then the handle shape looks Phillipine.... How about a fusion piece? Many Chinese immigrants worked in the clothing trade? I absolutely love it though! It looks very well made. An extremely interesting piece. Gene