Dirk

Straight bladed dirk, the dirk consists of a polished ivory grip with a square gilt pommel and prominent tang-button. The quillons are made in the form of the arms and flukes of an anchor, which are turned down. The straight steel blade has a diamond section, whilst the black leather scabbard has two gilt lockets with rings, and a chape, and is engraved with lines.

Object Details

ID: WPN1133
Collection: Weapons
Type: Dirk
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: 1770-1790
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Blade: 201 x 16 mm
Parts: Dirk