These knives are often associated with the Old West and river boat gamblers in particular but were well-suited for use by anyone who wanted an affordable and readily concealable weapon that was fairly easy to use in self-defense. There are no visible markings on this example which has a 3 1/16 inch blade, 5 1/8 inch overall length, and a pinned bone handle. The included sheath has German silver fittings, attached belt hook, and middle section wrapped in brown leather.

Very good, the blade mostly bright with evidence of mild cleaning/sharpening and a few scattered minor dings on the handle. The sheath is fine, the German silver showing an attractive antique patina and some light wear.