WHAT DID I JUST BUY?? and Happy Easter for those who celebrate it.

[David]

Originally Posted by josh stout

I think these may be a little different type than the ones with the rayskin. The two posted and the one I have are all substantially similar with the solid arched pommel made of layers of copper and steel, horn handle scales, and a slightly shorter blade than the more usual examples of Tibetan utility knives. I thought it was a regional difference, but maybe there is a more specific group of people such knives can be attributed to. The ones I have seen appear to be authentic items for use, but not older than late 20th c.
Josh

I would disagree Josh. The only real difference i see between mine with rayskin and Stu's is that Stu has leather instead. The construction of both the knife and the sheath is almost identical. I also think mine is just a little bit older than later 20thC. Maybe early to mid century.
Certainly both mine and Stu's were made for use and show such wear. I agree with Derek that there is a similarity with the Chinese trousse. These seem to be made for similar utility.

[David]

Hey Stu, i see that you have decided to sell this piece, so for now it would not be proper to continue the discussion here, but please let us know when it has actually sold (i see it is on hold at the moment) because i would like to see more definitive info come out on these interesting little knives.