Very Good Choora Dagger from the Khayber Pass - 13788


This Choora knife is a classical very good example of this family, early 20C. , coming from the Khayber pass area between India and Afghanistan. It was carried by the Mahsud people residing in this area. The blade is 10 inches long with acute tip, strong “T” back spine and reinforced edge. The grips are made of four sectors of ivory, riveted to the tang with four rivets. The bolster and the hilt strap are finely engraved white metal. The scabbard is wood, covered with tooled leather. Total length in scabbard 14 inches. Very good condition.

 
 
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