Tag: weaponry

art-of-swords:

‘Bank’ Dagger

• Dated: circa 1800
• Place of Origin: India
• Measurements: overall length: 7.5inches (190mm)

Used for close quarter combat, the inside edge is very sharp, and the lamination’s and temper lines can be seen clearly on the surface of the steel. The grip is made from Elephant Ivory scales.

Apparently it is highly unusual to find one of these daggers with a scabbard, and this one is in good condition; this one features circular patterns matching the decoration on the grips. A split spine to allow the blade to be drawn in and out.

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