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Originally Posted by laEspadaAncha
The only published reference I have for this form (which isn't saying much considering the diminutive size of my reference library) has one of these listed as a Spanish 19th C. naval dirk (which was the reason I purchased this book, as I have a couple myself). The examples I have range in size from one about the same size as your own to one that measures about 13" in overall length, with little variation in form...
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Naval Dirk??
This must have been the 'cabin boys' then!!
I have a Type A of about 13-1/2 inches. I had one of this form a few years ago and sold it
Always regretted it!
Anyway, haven't seen a nice condition one in ages, so was pleased to get this one.
I know its a plain one, but the condition is very good and its smaller than any I've encountered.
Do you think these small ones were for women?