Unusual variation with one piece wood grip incorporation knuckle fluted guard. 11 ¾” blade of traditional form, shows some light original tool finish. Hilt and scabbard decorated in geometric patterns, chip carved hound’s tooth borders to the knuckle bow and incised flower bud pommel. scabbard with small splinter to the back at the foot, otherwise excellent with fine patina suggesting a late 19^th century date.