Description
The Irish Hand and a Half Dagger serves as a close companion to the Irish Hand and a Half Sword. This dagger is crafted to be light and well-balanced, designed in the same tradition as its larger counterpart, yet it pairs well with a variety of swords.
Built with a full tang construction, the blade is forged from high carbon steel, ensuring strength and durability. The dagger features a polished steel cross guard and the distinctive ring pommel typical of Irish designs. Its grip, wrapped in black leather, measures approximately 6 inches, offering a secure hold for both precision and control.
Included with the dagger is a wooden scabbard wrapped in black leather, reinforced with a steel band at the throat and a steel tip, protecting the blade while preserving the weapon’s historic aesthetic.
Key Features:
- Full tang construction for strength and balance
- Blade forged from high carbon 5160 steel
- Polished steel cross guard and ring pommel
Irish Dagger
Overall Length: 19 3/4″
Blade Length: 11 1/4″
Handle Length: 8 1/2″
Weight: 1 lb 8 oz
Width at Guard: 31 mm
Width at Tip: 25 mm
Thickness at Guard: 4.8 mm
Thickness at Tip: 4.5 mm
Blade Steel: 5160 high carbon steel
Each piece may vary slightly due to the hand-forged nature of the blade.
Fun Fact: The ring pommel found on Irish daggers and swords is believed to have served both a practical purpose,helping to secure the grip,and a symbolic one, representing eternity or protection in ancient Celtic culture.
