Established in 1838, the "NON XLL" trade mark was used by Broadhurst from 1838 to 1884, when the mark was taken over by Joseph Allen & Sons. Measuring 9 1/4 inches overall, with a 4 7/8 inch double edged blade stamped "-NON XLL-/W.BROADHURST/SHEFFIELD" on the obverse alongside the scroll-backed etching "NEVER DRAW ME WITHOUT REASON/NOR SHEATH ME WITHOUT HONOR". The hilt is silver finished brass, with an oval cross guard and a twist pattern grip with a flared and repoussed pommel section. The sheath is brown leather with gold highlights and German silver fittings.

Very good. The blade shows some light spotting and handling marks, and the hilt shows a fine aged patina overall with a few rough spots along the edge seams. The sheath is good, with some scuffs and wear.