I haven't seen this blade shape used on a Takouba. The blade looks to be reasonably thick (usually thin and springy) is that the case ? The pyramidal pommel looks very neat and tight. Is the sword well balanced....I am wondering whether the 'weight-loss' at the tip end was done to ensure this. Mind you I would have thought the stabbing ability would be improved with the narrower profile
Certainly doesn't look 'touristy'....a nice addition, I feel.