A good point! The tailor’s grandson wanted a change perhaps? Clearly subsequent to the advent of occupational surnames.

Just realised the article didn’t attach… thanks for that!

Sounds like a horrible experience! I hope you’re feeling better soon.

Looks like a navaja? Can you add a full picture? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Navaja

Thank you all for the re-posts and help in solving this!

I've added you to the list of people to thank in the preface as well - many thanks.

I think you've nailed it! Not only does that fit with the minims ('d[o]mi[ni]ce'), but the -ce looks very similar to those in 'service' and 'place'. Thank you!

Thank you - that is helpful! I’ll compare the ‘c’s in the document!

Here it is!

Will send it as soon as possible- thanks both!

Seems legit