simple Kard for comments

Gonzoadler · 10th December 2020, 06:51 PM

Hello,

I have this rather simple Kard. The blade is made of normal steel (tested with acid, no wootz), the wooden scabbard is covered with velvet and the mountings are made of brass. The handle was repaired a long time ago. The quality is good, but of course not comparable with fine pieces from the early 19th century or before.
Measurements: total: 30,5cm; without scabbard: 27,5cm; blade: 16,5cm
My questions:
1. I think that it is an Ottoman piece because it has similarities in design like this one: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=26368
What would you say about the origin?
2. When was the Kard made? I would say late 19th or early 20th century, but I´m not absolutely sure about that.
3. What was the use of such a Kard? It is not very representative, but were such pieces used as weapon?

Regards and many thanks
Kevin

10th December 2020, 06:51 PM	#1
Gonzoadler Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Germany Posts: 239	simple Kard for comments Hello, I have this rather simple Kard. The blade is made of normal steel (tested with acid, no wootz), the wooden scabbard is covered with velvet and the mountings are made of brass. The handle was repaired a long time ago. The quality is good, but of course not comparable with fine pieces from the early 19th century or before. Measurements: total: 30,5cm; without scabbard: 27,5cm; blade: 16,5cm My questions: 1. I think that it is an Ottoman piece because it has similarities in design like this one: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=26368 What would you say about the origin? 2. When was the Kard made? I would say late 19th or early 20th century, but I´m not absolutely sure about that. 3. What was the use of such a Kard? It is not very representative, but were such pieces used as weapon? Regards and many thanks Kevin Attached Images