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HAM8T

16th January 2007, 08:19 PM

Hello,

I have been trying to research (without success) a knife that has been in our house for decades. It is 10-1/2" long. I am posting several photos (hopefully I have resized them correctly) and would appreciate any help anyone can provide.

Thank you.

BBJW

16th January 2007, 09:19 PM

This is called a jambiya. This one was made for the tourist trade.

bbjw

HAM8T

16th January 2007, 11:38 PM

Thank you for your help....so, this is a souvenir-type thing?

HAM8T

23rd January 2007, 03:37 PM

Any idea of the age of this Jambiya and its value?

Please E-Mail me with any help you can offer.

Thank you