Jambiya from?

Kubur · 14th June 2021, 03:11 PM

Yes, Indian touristy version of the Omani khanjar (nice work through)
For the 65, maybe a limited edition?

Tim Simmons · 14th June 2021, 03:45 PM

This pdf has lots of information. In particular how Morden young smiths no longer follow tradition in manufacture but mix styles to suit themselves.

https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/195632974.pdf

Tim Simmons · 14th June 2021, 08:32 PM

I could be dreaming but if the 65 is a date, that fits with British forces in the Dhofar Rebellion.

Saracen · 15th June 2021, 09:38 PM

Some elements of the ornament of this khanjar stylistically remind me of the elements characteristic of the Afghan weapons of the turn of the 19-20 century. I think the place of manufacture of this khanjar is Afghanistan or Pakistan. And not too long ago.

Battara · 16th June 2021, 04:17 AM

The repousse on these pieces is wonderful!

Saracen · 16th June 2021, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Battara

The repousse on these pieces is wonderful!

Yes, what I like about Oriental weapons is that you often can't see where the weapon ends and the work of art begins.

Tim Simmons · 16th June 2021, 01:43 PM

Thanks for the comments. I did not really expect such intrigue as I no little of this area. Where ever it was made it has a jolly nice blade, heavy and well formed. You can see where some hard rust spots were. The decorative elements though not my taste are very pretty. Could Gonzoadler be correct, Omani work to suit the makers eye rather than tradition? Anyway some close up pics. Thanks for the ideas.

PS I suspect the nails in the handle might be silver?

15th June 2021, 09:38 PM	#4
Saracen Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Posts: 147	Some elements of the ornament of this khanjar stylistically remind me of the elements characteristic of the Afghan weapons of the turn of the 19-20 century. I think the place of manufacture of this khanjar is Afghanistan or Pakistan. And not too long ago. Attached Images

16th June 2021, 01:43 PM	#7
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,889	Thanks for the comments. I did not really expect such intrigue as I no little of this area. Where ever it was made it has a jolly nice blade, heavy and well formed. You can see where some hard rust spots were. The decorative elements though not my taste are very pretty. Could Gonzoadler be correct, Omani work to suit the makers eye rather than tradition? Anyway some close up pics. Thanks for the ideas. PS I suspect the nails in the handle might be silver? Attached Images

14th June 2021, 03:11 PM	#1
Kubur Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 2,145	Yes, Indian touristy version of the Omani khanjar (nice work through) For the 65, maybe a limited edition?

14th June 2021, 03:45 PM	#2
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,889	This pdf has lots of information. In particular how Morden young smiths no longer follow tradition in manufacture but mix styles to suit themselves. https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/195632974.pdf

14th June 2021, 08:32 PM	#3
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 5,889	I could be dreaming but if the 65 is a date, that fits with British forces in the Dhofar Rebellion.

16th June 2021, 04:17 AM	#5
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,320	The repousse on these pieces is wonderful!