The Kilij is the traditional saber of the Ottomans. It was in use from the early 17 C. and during more than 300 years well into the 20th C. The shorter version with deeply curved wide blade and ‘T’ spine, sometime known as Pala, is a later version and appeared in the mid 18 Century. This Pala has a blade of 28 inches, well curved and forged from sham steel and decorated with gold koftgari work. The hilt of classical form is made of silverd brass cross guard horn grips and grip strap. Total length 31 inches. Very good condition. No scabbard