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    Dirk restoration with embellishments

    I was given an old dirk set ( sans the sheath) (top picture) so I decided to make my own and embellish it in an older more decorative fashion.
    The original dirk set was a cheap Chinese reproduction but with no case or sheath of any kind. (I have not done anything with the second set as of yet.)

    I used silver plated pressed brass from an thrift store picture frame, cut and rework the metal to fit the new configurations needed, then glued and tacked them in place.
    Also added a few detail pieces that I found on Etsy. All together it took a couple of days to complete once all the materials were collected.

    I think it will work fine as a prop for portrait painting, because it looks pretty good with the sporran I made last spring.



    Last edited by Shinenotburn; 8th July 21 at 03:09 PM. Reason: adding a before shot as well as some background

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    Nice job, it came out quite well.

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    Thank you

    Quote Originally Posted by AFS1970 View Post
    Nice job, it came out quite well.

    Thank you very much.

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    Impressive!
    waulk softly and carry a big schtick

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    You are far more creative and capable with that than I. Well done, Lad!
    Rev'd Father Bill White: Retired Parish Priest & Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.

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    Thank you

    Quote Originally Posted by Father Bill View Post
    You are far more creative and capable with that than I. Well done, Lad!
    Thank you, I'm happy you like what I did.

    I think we all have our different strengths and weaknesses.... I'm sure your Father can play Dominos better than mine can, Father Bill

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shinenotburn View Post
    Thank you, I'm happy you like what I did.

    I think we all have our different strengths and weaknesses.... I'm sure your Father can play Dominos better than mine can, Father Bill
    Dominoes????????
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    Sorry Father

    Indeed, it should have been Dominoes. Not a good speller I'm afraid.
    It was just a joke we used to say when we were kids. Say it fast, or sing it and it sounds kind of like Latin.

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    That is outstanding work. I have been impressed with everything you have shared here.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Shinenotburn View Post
    Indeed, it should have been Dominoes. Not a good speller I'm afraid.
    It was just a joke we used to say when we were kids. Say it fast, or sing it and it sounds kind of like Latin.
    I've never heard it, but I like it!
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