Description
This soldier’s dirk reflects the practical design favored in the 1860s, built to serve both as a reliable weapon and a handy tool on the battlefield. The blade is forged from 1085 high carbon steel with a full tang construction, providing strength and durability needed for cutting, thrusting, or general camp tasks. Its compact size allows it to be carried easily alongside a soldier’s other equipment without hindrance. The grip, crafted from horn and shaped into an octagonal profile, offers a firm, comfortable grasp even during prolonged use, helping to prevent slipping in the chaos of combat. Nickel silver fittings not only resist corrosion but also reinforce the hilt, while the brown leather sheath, strengthened with a silver throat, safeguards the blade when stowed away. Such dirks were common among soldiers who required a dependable sidearm that could stand up to both the rigors of close fighting and everyday utility needs.
- Overall length: 9-1/8″
- Blade length: 4-1/2″, with 3-1/4″ sharpened
- Weight:
Fun fact: During the Civil War, fighting dirks were often issued to officers and cavalrymen as a sidearm, valued for their balance between a fighting knife and a utility blade.
