Jody Samson-crafted dagger presented to writer/director John Milius following the production of Conan the Barbarian....

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Jody Samson-crafted dagger presented to writer/director John Milius following the production of Conan the Barbarian. (Universal, 1982) Master sword and knifemaker Jody Sampson was hired to craft the iconic edged weapons in Conan the Barbarian, including the iconic "Atlantean" and "Conan's Father's" swords. Following the production, Sampson presented writer/director John Milius with this custom dagger. Measuring 18.75 in. (steel blade measures 12.5 in.), the weapon features a stylized brass crossguard and pommel with cross-hatched faux ivory grip with "MILIUS" engraved vertically along the side. The ricasso is engraved with Sampson's name and maker's mark. Blade exhibits light tarnish. Provenance: From the collection of writer/director John Milius and comes with a signed letter of provenance.

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