2004-74 Fantasy Dagger

Single Edged 
2004-74 'Fantasy' single edged Dagger The 10-5/8 inch long 5160 spring steel blade is 1/4 inch thick at the base and distal tapers slightly along its length. The blade is 1-1/8 inches wide at the base and tapers to approx 3/4 inch near the point. The mild steel guard 5 inches wide and recurves in the plane of the blade. Guard is cusped at the center and has no pronounced quillon block. The grip is 1-1/8 inches wide by 5/8 inch thick at the base and flares to 1-5/16 inch wide by 3/4 inch thick at the butt. There is a 1/2 inch mild-steel bolster at the base of the grip and the conformal mild steel pommel is approx. 3/4 inch long. The 3-11/16 inch long wood section of the handle is Cocobolo wood and is carved with two rows of four-strand celtic knotwork in low relief. The dagger's COG is centered on the guard, and the dagger's weight is 18 oz. The knife is provided with a black leather leather scabbard reinforced at the throat. Though possessing ahistoric features, this is a fully functional medieval-style dagger similar to pieces dating from the 11th-15th centuries. The dagger in this period was designed solely for fighting, and it's thick cross section limits it's utility as a knife. The carving provides an excellent grip without beinh in any way uncomfortable or abrasive. A lovely piece for your collection or as a costume accessory.