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Revolutionary War era clasp knife

8th May 2024, 09:42 PM

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Sajen

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Originally Posted by Jim McDougall

Attached is the 'pre Civil war' sailors knife from Walt Hallstein collection that was auctioned some time ago. It was noted as having blacksmith forged iron parts.

Hi Jim,

The knife you showed is also a lontar scribe's knife.

Attached a pic of my small collection of these knives.
Never believe descriptions auction houses provide!
Regards,
Detlef

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