Edged Weaponry and Jewelry
With the "flavor" of the Highlands
The original of this dirk can be found in the National Museum of Antiquities, Scotland, in Edinburgh. Among others, it shows up in Drummond's Ancient Scottish Weapons, and in Wallace's Scottish Swords and Dirks.It was made circa 1680.
The blade of this knife is 13.5" long with a straight taper. The back has a scalloped brass strip inlet into it. The rosewood grip is 3.75" long and is carved with vigorous Celtic interlace.
Private Collection
Hoffman Photo
