Antique carving knife or.....?

[Atlantia]

Originally Posted by ariel

The handle and integral bolster bring Central Asia/ Afghanistan to mind.
Now, don't you dare to discover a " Made in France" stamp on the blade: it would ruin my theory:-)

Hi Ariel,

Well, to be honest that was the first thing I looked for, and pretty much expected to see, or a 'Sheffield Steel' stamp or similar.
I've had a lot of 19thC trade/butchers/carving knives over the years and this just somehow doesn't 'feel' right for one, but it seems to be about that age.



Truthfully, I was hoping for, as you say, Afghan/C. Asia

I guess cleaning the blade up and a light etch might put it to rest?

Regards
Gene