1800's British Naval Officer's / Midshipman's Fighting Dirk (sold)

A good condition British naval officer's or more likely midshipman's fighting dirk with ivory grip.

Good example of a Trafalgar period British midshipman's or officer's fighting dirk. Unlike a short dress dirk, this is more a very short sword worn in case of close hand-to-hand combat on a cramped ship's deck. The 41.5 cm blade has a single fuller, patina and is firm in the ivory grip hilt. Further / full sized pictures available upon request. Item reference number 300.