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A sailor’s life was a blend of hard work, sudden danger, and long hours waiting for the next storm or port. To pass the time and leave a mark of their own, many mariners carved and decorated their knives, turning these everyday tools into symbols of their identity and skill. This reproduction captures that spirit with a hand-carved fist on the handle, a motif that speaks to the strength and resolve of an 18th-century seafarer. The blade is hand-forged from tempered high carbon steel, chosen for its ability to hold a keen edge while standing up to the rigors of shipboard tasks,from cutting rope to preparing food. Its balanced weight and size make it easy to wield, whether for work or defense against threats both human and natural. The scabbard is made from sturdy brown leather, reinforced with a brass tip to protect the blade’s point, and fastened by a frog button designed to secure firmly to belts up to 4 inches wide. This piece reflects the practical craftsmanship typical of maritime tools.
A sailor’s life was a blend of hard work, sudden danger, and long hours waiting for the next storm or port. To pass the time and leave a mark of their own, many mariners carved and decorated their knives, turning these everyday tools into symbols of their identity and skill. This reproduction captures that spirit with a hand-carved fist on the handle, a motif that speaks to the strength and resolve of an 18th-century seafarer. The blade is hand-forged from tempered high carbon steel, chosen for its ability to hold a keen edge while standing up to the rigors of shipboard tasks,from cutting rope to preparing food. Its balanced weight and size make it easy to wield, whether for work or defense against threats both human and natural. The scabbard is made from sturdy brown leather, reinforced with a brass tip to protect the blade’s point, and fastened by a frog button designed to secure firmly to belts up to 4 inches wide. This piece reflects the practical craftsmanship typical of maritime tools.
- Overall length: 14-3/8″
- Blade length: 9″
- Weight: 7 oz
Can be personalized with 3 initials.
Fun fact: Mariners often carved their knife handles not only for decoration but also to improve grip in wet conditions,making each knife uniquely suited to the harsh life at sea.
