Ottoman Bıchaq, possibly Bosnia?

johnny_Gat32 · Today, 03:04 AM

Good evening to the forum. I recently acquired this Ottoman bıçak; it appears to have ivory, and faint remains of acid etching on the blade. On the metal fittings of the ears (hilt extensions), there is arabesque work that extends up to the blade. The color is gray, and for a moment I thought it was paint, but there is no evidence that it has been painted.

I would like to know if you could help me identify it and also tell me the name of the technique used for the arabesques on the metal joint between the ears. Additionally, the pommel has a distinctive finish.

thanks in return!

Today, 03:04 AM	#1
johnny_Gat32 Member Join Date: May 2026 Posts: 3	Ottoman Bıchaq, possibly Bosnia? Good evening to the forum. I recently acquired this Ottoman bıçak; it appears to have ivory, and faint remains of acid etching on the blade. On the metal fittings of the ears (hilt extensions), there is arabesque work that extends up to the blade. The color is gray, and for a moment I thought it was paint, but there is no evidence that it has been painted. I would like to know if you could help me identify it and also tell me the name of the technique used for the arabesques on the metal joint between the ears. Additionally, the pommel has a distinctive finish. thanks in return! Attached Images