Wall-hanger dirk and weapons diplay opinions sought!

[ShaunMaxwell]

Some months ago, I started a thread about decorative displays of weaponry (http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...20/index2.html). I got some really helpful feedback, and am planning to do a bit of upgrading to fill in the blank spaces around the targe and swords.

MoR's (MacMillan of Rathdown) and Tobus' comments got me thinking about other elements to add to the mix.

I've purchased a clan badge of sorts, pictured below, which will hang above the targe/swords. (Available from http://www.scottishclancrests.co.nz/)




I found a decent looking reproduction Murdoch-style pistol (http://www.militaryheritage.com/pistol2.htm) that I'm planning to include, but I'm kind of stymied when it comes to finding a dirk that's at least somewhat historically accurate (18th century style... not interested in a Victorian-style dirk) that won't break the bank.

I only intend this to be displayed, but I'd like it to be something that could be sharpened and that isn't complete junk. I'm thinking I probably don't want to drop the money for something custom for my purposes.

That said, I'd welcome any suggestions... Below are some possibilities. Please weigh in and tell me which of these (or others you know about!) might be the better option. Let's hear it from those of you in the know!

I've considered the Hanwei early dirk (http://www.knifecenter.com/item/CISH...e-Ebony-Handle), or this (http://www.ebay.com/itm/From-The-17t...item27f6147fbe) which I found on ebay, which seem as if they might be at least somewhat historically correct.

I also found this at Kult of Athena, which seem as if it might be plausible:

http://kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=2212

And this, which even to my untrained eye seems ahistorical:

http://kultofathena.com/product.asp?item=400508

Here's kind of what I have in mind (forgive the crude mockup!):



I look forward to your input about the dirk and/or better ways to display the various elements!

Cheers,

SM