German Bollock testicular dagger with scabbard, 16th century

Testicular dagger with scabbard, 16th century. This kidney dagger or testicle dagger was used throughout Europe in the late Middle Ages. This beautiful and elegant reconstruction of a 16th century German dagger features an EN45 spring steel blade that has a diamond cross section and tapers evenly to a sharp point. The cutting edges are not sharp and the tang is bolted to the pommel. The distinctive lobed guard handle is carved from a single piece of wood and reinforced with antique brass fittings: a butt cap adorned with crosses and a downward-sloping guard plate equally ornate with ram's head finials.

This knight's dagger comes complete with a carefully stitched, vegetable-tanned leather sheath fitted with a leather cord for attaching to a belt. The cross and ram's head symbols that adorn the stock and skid plate are repeated on the beautiful aged brass cap.

Please note that this renaissance dagger is not a battle ready weapon. It is designed as a collector's item or for decoration, display and is not recommended for combat reenactment. In addition to its quality as a collector's item, it also fits perfectly as an accessory, for example, as a complement to your costume.