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ariel · 14th April 2015, 02:37 PM

Definitely not Pakistani: only after August 14, 1948:-)

One of the late 19-20 century Afghani military sabers, with British influence.

Also: please note the handle that is definitely not of a usual "khyber" form, but rather an imitation of the Russian regulation shashka pattern 1881.

Conceptually a schizophrenic "dog's breakfast" example, but unquestionably 100% genuine.

The ultimate reflection of the Great Game.

14th April 2015, 02:37 PM	#3
ariel Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 5,503	Definitely not Pakistani: only after August 14, 1948:-) One of the late 19-20 century Afghani military sabers, with British influence. Also: please note the handle that is definitely not of a usual "khyber" form, but rather an imitation of the Russian regulation shashka pattern 1881. Conceptually a schizophrenic "dog's breakfast" example, but unquestionably 100% genuine. The ultimate reflection of the Great Game. Last edited by ariel; 14th April 2015 at 02:53 PM.