Dirk won on ebay

**mbhandy** · 5th February 06, 11:51 AM

now i am jonesing for the dirk on ebay it is coming from the UK

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...MEWN%3AIT&rd=1

MrBill

**Bob C.** · 5th February 06, 12:49 PM

Congrats. A dirk is a completely unnecessary accessory, but a fun one to have. I love mine.

If anyone else is looking for an inexpensive dirk, I recommend you look here: http://budk.com/product.asp?pn=BK1093

billmcc · 5th February 06, 01:26 PM

Originally Posted by Bob C.

If anyone else is looking for an inexpensive dirk, I recommend you look here: http://budk.com/product.asp?pn=BK1093

Bob,
That is a really low price. Did you buy one of these dirks? If so, do you think it is worth the money as an ornament for formal dress?

By the way, could you please start a new thread and explain the technique you recently mentioned for opening a champaign bottle with a dirk?

Mr. Bill,
That looks like a nice dirk. I hope you don't have to wait too long.

**Bob C.** · 5th February 06, 02:05 PM

Yes, I bought that dirk. The only tip-off that it is not a more expensive item is the "jewels." They're obviously plastic. You have to look closely to see it.

The blade looks good, and I used it to cut my chicken at a banquet.

I guess I could put the directions for opening champagne bottles in a new thread. I explained the whole thing i my pics thread. I was amazed how well it worked.

billmcc · 5th February 06, 02:17 PM

Originally Posted by Bob C.

I guess I could put the directions for opening champagne bottles in a new thread. I explained the whole thing i my pics thread. I was amazed how well it worked.

Bob,

Oops! I missed that post somehow. Nevertheless, it is a unique enough piece of information that I think it deserves a thread of its own.

**Bob C.** · 5th February 06, 02:19 PM

Done, Bill. It's in the off-topic forum.

**Mike S** · 5th February 06, 03:13 PM

This Dirk is easily identifiable as one of several models made by WINDLESS STEELCRAFT in India. They advertise themselves to be Government manufacturers to the Indian Military, and some U.K./Commonwealth Contracts.

These aren't heirloom quality pieces by any stretch, but for the money you will find them fully satisfactory as what is basically only an ornamental accoutrement anyway. Enjoy.