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Post by shinycanoe on Jan 26, 2024 3:37:06 GMT
I just thought I'd share with the forum an interesting piece I saw in a private collection. The owner doesn't know anything about its origins, other than that he acquired it from Central Asia. The blade has a thick spine, built almost like an I-beam, with some decorative fullers engraved along the length. The cutting edge is reinforced, so that the outline of the entire blade is thick and sturdy. The point is acute, suggesting it would be very strong for stabbing. The surface of the blade has an attractive pattern engraved on it, almost leafy or floral. The tang is not visible. A strip of metal has been attached along the outside, to give it the look of a full tang. The grip appears to be leather covered wood. Clearly this piece was not well cared for, prior and may have been repaired at some point. I don't know how much of the grip is original. The peens in the handle look to be later additions and not carefully done. The dagger currently has an accompanying leather scabbard with steel fittings. I don't how much of that is original either. Anyway, just thought I'd share this unusual piece with the forum. I enjoy the artistic aspects of various swords and daggers. I hope you enjoy it as well.
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Post by howler on Jan 26, 2024 5:29:35 GMT
Looks like an Afghan dagger called a Pesh Kabz. Was used similar to a European Rondel dagger, both with thick, stiff spines for stabbing.
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Post by AndiTheBarvarian on Jan 26, 2024 5:46:59 GMT
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Post by izzy on Mar 10, 2024 10:19:11 GMT
Interesting piece, thank you.
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