Would This Indian Sword Classify as a Sousson Patah???

Rick · 17th October 2013, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Akaalarms

Hi Charles,

I think it's earlier than you think. The hilt is 17thC or 18thC and suggests it is likely from Tanjore.

My opinion is that if the blade would be classed as a 'Kopis' blade, then it is a Sousson Patah. The alternative is a Kirach - and the blades are much straighter on those.

Okay, now I'm a bit confused .
I have always taken this particular sword for a kirach .

http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ghlight=kirach

bhushan_lawate · 17th October 2013, 06:47 AM

Hi All,

My guess is this is a "Kirach" as the blade looks to be cut down out of what could have been a longer sword blade earlier.

I'm open to learning more form our more experienced folks out here..!!!

Regards,
Bhushan

17th October 2013, 06:47 AM	#2
bhushan_lawate Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: India Posts: 77	Hi All, My guess is this is a "Kirach" as the blade looks to be cut down out of what could have been a longer sword blade earlier. I'm open to learning more form our more experienced folks out here..!!! Regards, Bhushan