Trabzon Dagger?

[Lew]

Is this a trabzon dagger?


Lew

[ariel]

Trabzon Surmene...
And a very nice one!
These knives had the most intricate system of fullers. The handle looks particularly nice and the suspension belt is a rarity. And look at the weave of leather straps at the top of the scabbard: doesn't it look just like Laz Bicagi?
Lew, I was always very happy about you limiting yourself to African stuff ( because I do not collect them); why did you decide to cross the border? Looking for a fight, infidel invader? :D
Well, on the other hand, I am glad you finally saw the light! Enjoy!

[Yannis]

It is much longer than the typical Trabzon but there is no question for the origin. Enjoy it

[Norman McCormick]

Hi Lew,
Nice dagger, I've developed a bit of a soft spot for these pieces, I really like the method used of attaching the strap to the sheath on your example.
Regards,
Norman.

[Tim Simmons]

Classy!

[katana]

Very nice :)

[Lew]

Hi Tim

It set me back about three weeks of fish and chips but I needed to cut back on my fatty foods anyway ;) :D


Lew

[CharlesS]

Congrats, Lew! Very NOice!!!

[Lew]

The dagger arrived today. :) I cleaned off the active rust with some 0000 steel wool and rubbed a drop of oil into the horn hilt to revive it. Everything is tight and the leather is still soft and flexible. I notice some layered effect in the steel probably some type of simple pattern welded stuff? I am a very happy camper. :D



Lew