J. Nowill & Sons 1865 Scottish Dirk

[link2derek]

Reposted with price drop . . . please see newer thread....

The tags that came with these indicated 1865, and from my research, that's likely correct. These types of Scottish Dirks were made by (John) J. Nowill & Sons of Sheffield, England (Est. A.D. 1700) in the 1860's. This particular example is known as the "Crown Stag" model because of it's thick stag handle and the crown on the pomell (appears to be silver). High carbon blade is 11" and has a scalloped spine and blood grooves (both sides) that run about 3/4 the length of the blade. Overall length is 17".

I am asking $300. No sheath is included.

Price includes USPS Priority Insured shipping w/in the CONUS; Payment by USPS MO or +3% for PayPal.

No trades on this one.

PM or Email if interested or with questions.

 

[rprocter]

The stag handle looks new. I have never seen a knife blade, old or recent with a scalloped spine. An appraisal by a knife expert like Bernard Levine would be very helpful.
roland

 

[link2derek]

The stag handle looks new. I have never seen a knife blade, old or recent with a scalloped spine. An appraisal by a knife expert like Bernard Levine would be very helpful.
roland

Thanks for your interest, rproctor. I have seen this same model knife from the period with the same handle. Plus, it has been packed away for at least three generations in my family. I have also seen and owned many knifes, new and old, with a scalloped spine, so that's not all that unusual. I did some research online before pricing this, and they have ranged from about $225 up to $375.

 

[rprocter]

For a few dollars you could have it authoratatively appraised by Bernard Levine. This small investment would be a big help to getting a sale.
roland

 

[paleo1000]

Just joined this forum. Is this dirk still available? I'm interested in purchasing.
Thanks,
Paleo1000