[fernando]

Originally Posted by A Senefelder

I don't know if this is a starting point or not but i've found several references in auctions to a Mediteranian musket stamped by an M. Franzini http://rockislandauction.com/viewitem/aid/50/lid/68 . .

I saw that as well, but hardly firearm makers are also sword makers.

Originally Posted by A Senefelder

The overall appearence of the dagger is 18th century to my eyes..

Yes, or even earlier ?

Originally Posted by A Senefelder

Fernando, I was wondering if the blade may have
been cut down as well.

That's what i have tried to say, but didn't put it the right way

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