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AHite 29th August 2023 02:23 PM

Knife/dagger id needed
 
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I just bought this knife, with sheath and would like if any member can offer their opinion on it's origin. I have learned so much from this group, but this item has me stumped. The blade is pretty rough, with a fuller that appears to have been ground in. Lots of brass used. The wood handle is slightly aromatic, and could be cedar or sandalwood. There is brass decoration embedded into the wood handle. The green and red handle pieces look to be plastic. The sheath is nicely done, wood with a good leather cover. The knife fits well into the sheath. No markings. Thanks in advance for any comments!

kronckew 29th August 2023 02:35 PM

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Sheath Reminds me of mexican daggers...

carlos 29th August 2023 03:10 PM

The handle reminds me some touareg swords...

Tim Simmons 29th August 2023 03:29 PM

Yes west African there are quite a few here but some years since one has been shown.

AHite 29th August 2023 06:06 PM

I thought about it being African, but not being as familiar with the regions didn't know specific area. Thanks.

Sajen 30th August 2023 06:09 AM

In my opinion it is a dagger from northern to western Africa, Sahel Zone, probably one of the numerous Tuareg tribes.

Regards,
Detlef


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