A koummya- and contexts

[Justin]

I'm pretty late on this thread and not nearly as knowledgeable as most here but for what it's worth I love these knives. I seem to remember some considering many even early well made one's as early tourist pieces. I've always thought jambiyas in general,kerises and several other knives were typically more of a form of male jewelry than real dedicated weapons. Nevertheless, I like em.

[David R]

I may have posted this one before, but here we are anyway. A very thick and well formed blade of soft temper, and heavily patinated (oxidised) to the point I see no benefit in striking it off. Well worn in the hilt with wire inlay..... made when they were worn with intent methinks.