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Italian Hunting Cutlass, 18th C

Code: SS1721

Website: https://www.militariazone.com/knives/-italian-hunting-cutlass-18th-c/itm32731

Featuring heavy 13" slightly in-curved single-edged blade with full length central fuller and
remains of lightly etched floral decoration; the last 4" double-edged.  A deeply struck
bullseye and chiseled eyelash gives the end of the blade the appearance of a bird’s head
with large beak.  Ricasso stamped with “AC” maker’s mark; the other side with old painted
collection number “K109".  Steel hilt with mother-of-pearl slab grips (reverse cracked and
chipped) and integral chiseled bird’s head pommel.  Original brown leather scabbard with
brass throat featuring painted collection number “K109" and frog button; drag and some
leather on the lower part missing.  Overall length 18 1/4", not including scabbard.  Shows
great age and signs of significant use, still retaining a sharp edge.