This is a huge Indian sword, mid 19 C. , with a massive deeply re-curving blade 27 inches long and 3 ½ inches wide near the tip. It has a T spine extending to almost two thirds of the blade length and leaving about 10 inches of false edge toward the blade tip. The hilt is of the Khanda type, basket shaped with a long spike protruding from the pommel which is used for two hands maneuvers. The grip is bound with gold colored thread. Good condition. Small pitted spots near the tip and few nicks on the edge. The grip bound is recent. Very unusual find – a prize for the serious collector.