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Catalog Number |
1967.12.3 |
Object Name |
Knife |
Description |
A traditional Finnish Knife known as a "puukko". "Made in FInland" engraved on the right side of the blade. Other illegible and hard to make out engravings on the left side and fullers. Narrow steel blade, with a slightly upturned point, deep fullers on each side of the blade, a short bevel. and pronounced ricasso. The handle is a composite made from different materials, a metal collar that covers the top of the grip, a blue (plastic?) handle piece sandwiched between some synthetic? spacer material. The handle has a metal horse head pommel. Possibly made for the tourist market. |
Year Range from |
1930 |
Year Range to |
1967 |
People |
Dutcher Dutcher, Herbert M. |
Subjects |
Knives Tools Tourist trade |
Search Terms |
28 Walnut Street Walnut Street |
Dimensions |
L-7.5 inches |
Source |
McClintock, Mrs. John T |
Collection |
Arlington Historical Society Collection |