edzo Posted March 9, 2012 Report Posted March 9, 2012 Dear Members, Have this naval dirk but was trying to date it. It looks custom made, includes same to the grip, four leaf cherry blossom design. Reminds me of an 1883 model sword I had once. Any help and info woud be great, thanks, ED Quote
Rich S Posted March 9, 2012 Report Posted March 9, 2012 Looks like a pretty standard Naval Dirk to my eye. 1880's through WW II era. Looks in real nice condition. Rich S Quote
edzo Posted March 9, 2012 Author Report Posted March 9, 2012 Thanks Richard, appreciate your time and input. I was thinking that the leaf and cherry blossom configuration might indicate a rank, model date or origin. Thanks again, Ed Quote
Kai-Gunto Posted March 10, 2012 Report Posted March 10, 2012 All ranks wore the same dirk pattern. officers could get old blades mounted and these are wider and more sourght after by collectors. Quote
kusunokimasahige Posted March 10, 2012 Report Posted March 10, 2012 Is there a hint of hamon in the tip of the blade or is that just the image ? KM Quote
Kai-Gunto Posted March 10, 2012 Report Posted March 10, 2012 It could be, but its not a real hamon. Heres a link to a early thread with fotos of some dirks. viewtopic.php?f=1&t=8583&p=71033&hilit=Navy+dirk#p71033 Quote
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.