Mount Knife, XIX Century.

This striking forge sheath knife with deer antler hilt was made in the 19th century and is a very original piece with a peculiar design. Its curious and beautiful look is highly remarkable, and it combines an extended blade with a particularly decorative central part. All the metal is forged and has been carefully worked in order to get a really special design. The knife has a deer antler hilt whose end is raw and provides the piece with deep originality. This article is in great condition, keeping all its original parts and with the metal only showing slight signs of the trace of time.The blade is long and slim, with an only blade and blunt point. It has no decoration whatsoever and it is long and stylish in design. But the most attention-grabbing part of this weapon is undoubtedly the part that joins the blade and the hilt, where this connects to the iron. In this place we find a curious decorative design, with the iron dividing itself into four slim cylinders with cord-inspired engraved decoration. This iron cords separate to create a bulky form. Each cord has three iron rings inserted and loose that slide through them making up an original detail. The iron cords are attached to de antler grip by means of a solid metal ring that connects both parts strongly. The hilt is also a remarkable piece, with a very particular design that has nothing to do with usual cannons. It is made of deer antler, with the antlers base being the end of the hilt. The part that connects with the iron was originally the antlers point. This part is bone white but the color darkens gradually until it becomes light brown in the rough end. The rough part shows a creased surface that keeps the impressive original shape of the antler. The hilt provides the knife with a rustic and primitive quality that makes a great contrast with the simple design of the blade.This rare sheath knife is an original piece, perfect to complete a good collection of antique bladed weapons.Measurements: Length: 320 mm.