[Ibrahiim al Balooshi]

Originally Posted by Iain

I thought I would add to this thread a couple pictures of the sword alongside other takouba. I don't have the variety of swords I used to but this grouping is mainly from Nigeria and thus gives a few of the regional characteristics or 'neighbors' to the Bornu style.

I wanted to give a good visual comparison for just how large this pommel is and the reason why this sword has such exceptional (by takouba standards) balance.

Salaams Iain, Great swords nicely pictured. I was also impressed with the information at your reference http://blade.japet.com/takouba.htm

Regards Ibrahiim.