GUN SPRING 2017
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/11/2017
ESA - RARE WILL & FINCK, SAN FRANCISCO PUSH DAGGER WITH IVORY GRIP.This is possibly the finest example known of this large 7" overall push dagger with 4-3/4" blade. This example has the rare Circa 1870 Will & Finck patented belt clip in shape of human hand and arm. The handle, typical of San Francisco cutlers, is made from walrus ivory which exhibits a fine patina. SIZE: PROVENANCE: Pictured Pg 71 Bernie Levine Knife Makers of Old San Francisco, 1977; Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection; Pg 357 The Bowie Knife - Unsheathing an American Legend by Norm Flayderman, 2004. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade retains much of its orig polish and shine with makers mark on ricasso as can be seen in photos. The silver plated scabbard and belt clip retain 98% orig silver overall. 50412-98 JS (15,000-25,000) ESA -