Through the vast expanse of the great North African Sands, of the 19th century roamed the Arab tribes of various names. This nomadic life was portrayed in films such as "Lawrence of Arabia", along with their native dress , and weaponry. One such tribe were the  "Berbers". This "belt" dagger is of Berber origin, dating to the mid 19th century. It has a 12 inch curved blade, with an intricately decorated bone handle, with brass( maybe gold) wire inlays. The wrappings are an extremely fine braided cording, probably of rawhide or Camel skin. It comes with it's ORIGINAL red colored Camel skin sheath. The blade is very sharp and fine, showing no signs of sharpening or metal loss.

A very interesting knife, from a bygone era, evoking images of the Foreign Legion, and the mysteries of the Desert.  PRICE $450

ORIGINAL SCABBARD

This is a very unique piece of Texas history. The spear point blade measures 16 inches long, one side a standard  sharpened edge, the other a " saw tooth " edge. The guard is brass, and the handle is walnut, with 3 brass tacks, on each side. The blade is in heavily used condition, some nicks, and minor surface erosion/ but not severe. The acid etched designs are  visible, but show wear, erosion, and fading due to exposure and use. The " Texas " side of the blade shows a faded " oak leaf " design, with the word Texas, and a " Lone Star " flag banner, near the guard. The other side, also has the " oak leaf " design, with the words, Clark's Engineers. Once again a Lone Star ( period design ) Flag near the Guard, at base of blade. I am sure, that some research into Clarks Engineers, will yield some interesting Texas Military history.***Just recently discovered historical information, reveals that this knife was involved in the early 1850's expedition to Southwest Texas, led by Colonel Joseph E. Johnston, and Lt. Clark. It was a Topographical Survey party from San Antonio, to El Paso. In fact, they established Fort Clark! This explains the utilitarian design of the knife.   PRICE $850

This solved all your problems, when stuck in the frontier , with limited carrying space. This knife, with ivory slabs, contained just about an answer to all possible problems. It has a  cork screw, small blade, cutting/chopping large blade, hoof pick, awl punch for leather, and a hidden sewing needle which inserts into the handle ( shown in image ). Even a screw driver tip at one end of the knife case !   PRICE $325