Does size matter? Question to jambiya lovers

Ibrahiim al Balooshi · 19th June 2016, 01:09 AM

Both the Yemeni Jambia and Omani Khanjar whilst fullfilling the Iconic position of Traditional Badge of Office as head of the family; are weapons. The point being that a massive blade with a reinforced spine, pointed, curved and sharp as a razor on both edges is a lethal weapon indeed. Such is the known lethality of this form that in Oman it is forbidden to draw it in an argument and very stiff penalties follow. It is a known lethal dagger.

Insofar as size it is not uncommon for sailors(Sur) to wear the smaller Khanjar simply for ease of use on board. Childrens daggers are much much smaller and not usually so ornate or expensive nor are they sharpened.

19th June 2016, 01:09 AM	#4
Ibrahiim al Balooshi Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Buraimi Oman, on the border with the UAE Posts: 4,408	Both the Yemeni Jambia and Omani Khanjar whilst fullfilling the Iconic position of Traditional Badge of Office as head of the family; are weapons. The point being that a massive blade with a reinforced spine, pointed, curved and sharp as a razor on both edges is a lethal weapon indeed. Such is the known lethality of this form that in Oman it is forbidden to draw it in an argument and very stiff penalties follow. It is a known lethal dagger. Insofar as size it is not uncommon for sailors(Sur) to wear the smaller Khanjar simply for ease of use on board. Childrens daggers are much much smaller and not usually so ornate or expensive nor are they sharpened.