Victorinox Kirpan - S

Name/Title

Victorinox Kirpan - S

Entry/Object ID

148; Full Code: 148.70.92-DG-NB

Tags

Dagger

Description

I am presenting my Victorinox Small-Edition Kirpan, a specialized technical asset that documents my interest in high-status administrative cutlery. To me, this piece represents a peak in Compact Ergonimics and Industrial Precision; it is a tool that records Victorinox’s ability to apply modern manufacturing standards to an iconic regional silhouette. I value this specimen as a primary record of my curation, specifically indexing my preference for Anatomical Indexing and High-Status Administrative Maintenance. My Design & Engineering Observations My Choice of Blade Architecture (The Upswept Recurve): I am looking at a single-edged blade featuring a radical Trailing Point (upswept) profile with a subtle recurve near the hilt. My Technical Logic: The upswept tip extends the total length of the cutting edge relative to the spine. This provides me with a significantly higher Slicing Yield. The recurve near the ricasso acts as a mechanical trap, capturing material and pulling it into the edge for a more authoritative cut. My Hilt & Ergonomic Architecture: The hilt is a masterpiece of Tactical Indexing, featuring deep Anatomical Finger Grooves secured by robust brass pins. My Mechanical Logic: These grooves lock my hand into a specific anatomical position, ensuring that even under high-velocity maneuvers, the tool cannot "roll" in my palm. The Brass Hardware: I have a polished brass cross-guard and a flared pommel cap. The pommel acts as my Mechanical Stop, ensuring absolute Retention Certainty and providing me with a high-leverage extraction point. My Ornamental Presentation Sheath: Unlike my field-grade assets, I’ve opted for a specialized sheath featuring a Gold-Tone Brocade Textile inlay and a heavy-duty black nylon border. My Administrative Intent: This records a state of "Ceremonial Readiness." The high-visibility textile documents the high-status nature of the Kirpan, while the nylon provides the structural integrity required for secure carriage.

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Victorinox

Date made

2012

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

Switzerland

Dimensions

Dimension Description

6.5"

Length

3 in

Material

SS