Imperial Naval Dirk [M1905] with Ivory Grip by WKC Solingen

This German Imperial Naval Dirk is in EXC condition and with Ivory Grip. Model 1905. Blade with maker mark by WKC Solingen.

Grip: The grip is a genuine Elfenbein. There are some very attractive striations on both sides, with tones and gold and graining throughout the entire grip. This grip is wrapped with twisted brass wire. The pommel is one of the extra-cost, high finial types. These finials are way up there, with finely serrated edges supporting the orb and cross at the top. The upper portion of the pommel is hand checkered. The eight domed shields that surround the pommel are all pebbled. The crossguard is the standard Imperial style, having some nice laurel leaves shown in the neck area above the center blocks. The center blocks bear the usual fouled anchors on both sides.

Blade: The  blade measures 32,7 cm. The reverse blade is stamped with the turn of the century W.K.&C. Knight Head trademark.

Scabbard: The scabbard is the lightning bolt type. This scabbard has good detail to the palmettes around the bands, and to the lower lightning bolts, ermine feet, and acanthus leaves. The carrying bands show a little minor wear to the surfaces but the detail to the overlapping oak leaves and acorns is still there. The eyelets have triple serrations, also showing some minor wear. The throat is retained by two headless brass side-screws.

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