19th Century Continental European Dirk / Short Hanger with Brass Hilt & Scabbard
Description
Offered for sale is an authentic 19th-century continental European dirk (short hanger), dating approximately 1830–1870. This is a genuine antique sidearm.
The weapon features a straight, narrow single-edged blade, a solid brass cross-guard and pommel, and a wood-inset grip panel secured by its original period flat-head screw—a correct and commonly seen construction method on mid-19th-century continental European arms, particularly utilitarian military, militia, and civil service weapons.
The dirk retains its original leather scabbard with brass throat and chape, including the integral frog stud for belt carry. Overall form and construction are consistent with Germanic / Central European manufacture, often associated with militia, customs officials, foresters, or junior officers.
This is an honest, untouched example showing proper age, wear, and patina.
Condition
Blade: sound, with age-appropriate surface wear and patina
Hilt: solid brass with original oxidation and handling marks
Grip: wood inset intact, retained by original flat-head screw
Scabbard: structurally solid with expected wear from age
No major repairs, cracks, or modern alterations observed
Overall Length 26.5”
Blade length    19.75”
Brass and Wood handle
Attention Antique knives and Swords have wear due to time and uses.
If there are any extra photos you would like, please request them before ordering. Also have longer video on our YouTube channel. Request video if link not provided or check back for update.
Sold as is.
Lighting may change color of items.
Overall Length 26.5”
Blade length    19.75”
Brass and Wood handle
Attention Antique knives and Swords have wear due to time and uses.
If there are any extra photos you would like, please request them before ordering. Also have longer video on our YouTube channel. Request video if link not provided or check back for update.
Sold as is.
Lighting may change color of items.