Afghan Khyber Knife, Late 19th Century
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $145.00

Original era manufacture. A well made short sword, or knife, from the Northwest Khyber regions.Well made all steel blade measuring nearly 22 inches in length, with a thin brass band at the base. T-back spine, with a thin fuller on each side, and decorative diagonal slashes at the base of the fullers.Carved wooden grips ending in a bird-head shaped pommel, with a thin steel protrusion at the pommel base. Minor damage/repair to the base of one of the wooden grips. Overall the weapon is quite sound, and exhibits a high degree or craftsmanship.