Very Fine Bhutanese Sword - 12641


We offer for sale this fine sword from Bhutan. It has a straight single edge 27 inches long blade, forged from laminated steel in the pattern known as Hairpin Folding. The folded layers can be clearly seen at the blade. A similar laminated steel is also used in the Tibetan Ke-Tri long swords. The grip is wood bound with twisted silver wires. Whole silver heavy scabbard over wood finely chased and gilded. The pommel is pierced and gilded. Perfect condition. A very fine sword - One of the best we have seen of this kind.

 
 
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