19th century gothic dagger?

Atlantia · 29th August 2010, 01:08 PM

Hi Ron.

I have to say that my first thoughts are that it is very pretty, but last 40 years.
However, first impressions can indeed be way off the mark, and as you say, sometiimes it is the items dismissed by the 'experts' that turn out to be the 'sleeper' gems.
I have a couple of questions that may help discern origins a bit more.
How is the handle attached to the blade?
Is the blade stainless steel, I can't see any marks on it from oxidisation?
Is there any liner in the scabbard?

29th August 2010, 01:08 PM	#14
Atlantia Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: The Sharp end Posts: 2,928	Hi Ron. I have to say that my first thoughts are that it is very pretty, but last 40 years. However, first impressions can indeed be way off the mark, and as you say, sometiimes it is the items dismissed by the 'experts' that turn out to be the 'sleeper' gems. I have a couple of questions that may help discern origins a bit more. How is the handle attached to the blade? Is the blade stainless steel, I can't see any marks on it from oxidisation? Is there any liner in the scabbard?