Hi,
I have bought following Ottoman karabela, which I think is from XVIII century.
Similar item is in Dresden museum (
https://skd-online-collection.skd.mu...s/Index/289073) with following differences:
- hilt and crossguard
- blade in my item is more curved
In some other posts I've found it can be precursor of pala.
It also has a form of polish karabela type IIc, but ottoman origin.
Hilt with the blade is a little bit not typical..but possible
Can you share your opinion?