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Antique Iron Whale Flensing Knife

$950
£706.22
€826.75
CA$1,328.55
A$1,483.47
CHF 773.82
MX$18,241.43
NOK 9,766.53
SEK 9,194.84
DKK 6,167.56
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About the Item

From the days of Moby Dick, this heavy tool was used to remove blubber from a whale carcass. The triangular blade is cast at one end of a long cylindrical handle, the other end is wrapped in cord, and ends in a round wooden pommel. It retains a heavy leather guard to cover the blade itself. It has a wonderful patina created by actual use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 61 in (154.94 cm)Diameter: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Rope,Wood,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Montreal, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: D24041stDibs: LU875324144422

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