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Originally Posted by AHite
I recently acquired this sword, not knowing where it was made but impressed by the hefty blade. I am looking for information as to the origin of this sword, possibly the age. Some of the features strike me as Middle East, but that's just a guess. The blade has a thick spine, approximately 3/8 inch or 10mm. There are fullers that look like they were ground in, and chiseled engravings. The hilt is carved horn, with leather braided wrap. No scabbard or sheath came with it. It looks like someone tried cleaning up the blade with sandpaper or a light file. I appreciate any input from forum members!
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They were called in Turkish Baba Bel Kaması, Babas Kama or Sürmene Bıçak after the place of manufacture in the city of Sürmene, Trabzon province in Turkey.