This Axe is coming from India, Malabar coast in the south west end of the Indian sub continent. The down curving swollen blade is 16 inches long, nicely engraved at its base and along the spine and pierced at the tip. The steel cross guard is also engraved in the same style. The wood handle is mounted with steel collar and pommel strip. Total length 21 inches. Very good condition. An unusual rare authentic item.