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Old 2nd May 2022, 07:32 PM   #3
shayde78
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Originally Posted by Battara View Post
I don't think this is an archaic sgian dubh. The notches don't look right and the finger places don't look right either. Post-Victorian sgian dubhs changed more to the curvature of the calf muscle. Plus with little patina on the bone, I would place this as late 20c to early 21c.

That being said, it is nice for what it is with true usage..
Thanks Battara!

You are right about the finger grooves, unless this is for a 6-fingered user!

Apologies for the late note of appreciation,
-Rob
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