Lot 282 “California” Gamblers Push Dagger
True double blade pocket dirk or push dagger, circa 1860s. Well made but unmarked, 6 1/2” overall with a 5” blade. 3 3/4” across the top of the wood handle. Styled as the classic Will & Finck or M. Price dirks of San Francisco. Some believe the unique design was developed by cutlers for the gamblers of the Old West. Comes with a period ill-fitting leather sheath.
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