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VANDOO 11th July 2012 05:07 AM

BERBER KNIFE ??
 
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SAID TO BE A BERBER KNIFE? 17 INCHES LONG INTERESTING DESIGNS IN THE BLADE, TAILSMANIC?

Martin Lubojacky 11th July 2012 10:18 AM

I think it is also Bou Saadi knife.

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...2&page=2&pp=30

Emanuel 11th July 2012 10:45 AM

Yes a knife (kodme) from Bou Saada, Algeria.
This one looks made for the tourist trade. The blade and the whole construction are not as substantial as utilitarian examples.

Emanuel

Kipinga50 11th July 2012 11:38 AM

I agree, it's a Bou saada or bou saadi knife made for tourist. The design is traditional of Berber makers.


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