Description
Brass Sentinel is built the way military knives were built for most of the last century: a stack of leather washers compressed onto the tang, sanded round, burnished smooth, and capped in solid brass at the guard and at both ends of the T. Above it, a D2 spear point taken to a full mirror polish.
Double-edged with a deep centre fuller. Stacked leather is the only handle material that genuinely improves with handling — it darkens, polishes and moulds slightly to the hand over the years.
| Overall Length | 7 inches |
|---|---|
| Blade Length | 4 inches |
| Handle Width | 3.5 inches (T-grip) |
| Blade Steel | D2 tool steel |
| Blade Finish | High mirror polished |
| Blade Style | Double-edged spear point, centre fuller |
| Handle Material | Stacked leather washers, hand sanded and burnished |
| Bolster | Solid brass guard and brass end caps |
| Fittings | Brass pin |
| Tang | Full tang |
| Sheath | Handmade tan leather sheath with brass stud and belt loop (included) |
Built for: collectors, display, and lawful carry where the pattern is permitted. A natural choice if you grew up around leather-handled service knives. Read the legality note below before ordering.
Care: D2 is a semi-stainless tool steel — highly rust resistant but not rust proof. Wipe the blade dry after use and oil it lightly before long storage. The stacked leather handle should be kept out of standing water and given a little leather conditioner once or twice a year. The brass will darken to a warm patina over time; polish it if you prefer it bright. Do not store the knife inside the leather sheath for long periods.
FAQs
What is a push dagger?
A short double-edged blade set at ninety degrees to a T-shaped handle. The grip sits across your palm with the blade between your middle and ring fingers, so the force comes from the whole arm rather than the wrist. It is the most secure way there is to hold a small blade — it cannot twist or be pulled out of the hand.
⚠ Is a push dagger legal where I live?
Check before you order. Push daggers are restricted or prohibited in a number of US states and cities, and in many countries outside the US, more tightly than ordinary fixed blades. Laws vary and change. It is the buyer’s responsibility to confirm local law before purchase or carry.
Is the leather sheath included?
Yes. The tan leather sheath with a brass stud shown in the photograph is moulded to this blade. It ships with the knife at no extra cost.
How do I sharpen a double-edged blade?
Treat each edge separately, keeping the same angle on both sides of each bevel, and work from the ricasso to the point in short sections. A small stone or ceramic rod is easier than a full bench stone on a blade this size.
Is a stacked leather handle durable?
Very. The washers are compressed onto a full tang and locked between brass fittings, so there is nothing to come loose. Leather-handled knives from the 1940s are still in service. Keep it out of prolonged soaking and it will outlast you.
How good is D2 for a small fixed blade?
Very good. D2 runs around 58–60 HRC and holds an edge far longer than the stainless most small knives use. It is semi-stainless rather than fully stainless, so keep it dry.
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Model: BMK-1202
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