Antique Afghan Indian Knife Choora Dagger Pesh Kabz Khyber Armor Piercing Blade

Description

Antique, late 19th century - early 20th century, traditional Afghan peshkabz dagger of characteristic recurved blade with flared pommel and bone grips, the tangband and bolsters of engraved white metal with engraved geometric pattern. Strong T-shaped single-edged slightly recurved blade of high quality steel. The blade remains in nice condition with only minor staining. The wooden scabbard is covered with decorated sheet brass finely embossed with floral and geometric patterns. A beautiful example of lethal weapon designed for the specific purpose. Very good original condition.
Total length of the dagger with sheath: 43.5 cm (17 1/4")
Length of the blade with handle: 39.5 cm (15 1/2")
Length of the blade without handle: 28 cm (11")
The item is in the UK. I ship WORLDWIDE at .99 and also combine shipping.