Ottoman hilt sabre with stirrup type knuckleguard

[Edster]

I notice on both swords' cross guard what could be a joint line, perhaps indicating a forge weld. Is it possible that the stirrup and upswept parts are an addition / modification to existing hilts. Or am I just seeing things?

Ed

[Gavin Nugent]

Originally Posted by Edster

I notice on both swords' cross guard what could be a joint line, perhaps indicating a forge weld. Is it possible that the stirrup and upswept parts are an addition / modification to existing hilts. Or am I just seeing things?

Ed

Hi Edster,

You see correct. The manufacture principles of the steel quillon black and guard follows that of the Indian Tulwar, being made of sections forged together rather than a single casting.
I can also so that the examples I've held also have the guard attached to the steel grip strap at the pommel and have all displayed lead wiping of welding at this join?

Jim,

Well detailed as always and many possibilities provided for those who want to delve further.

Gav