Riyadh's old Bazaar

S.Al-Anizi · 20th January 2007, 11:23 PM

This saif, or Gurda as its properly called (a straight bladed sword is called a gurda), is one of the most expensive ($9400) , and the most beautiful sword ive seen in my trip. It has an almost 500 years old, single edged English blade, marked on the spine "England 1510", and has a crown on the forte which I forgot to capture. The fittings are of pure gold, camel hide, and turquoise. On a first glance, it looked heavy and unweildy, but when I handled it, it was the best handling sword Ive held, very light, and very swift, but with good presence. I would really appreciate it if someone could ID that blade for me.

Tip is cross hatched

Closeup of hilt

Sorry if that didnt turn out so well, but it says "England 1510"

20th January 2007, 11:23 PM	#11
S.Al-Anizi Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Arabia Posts: 278	This saif, or Gurda as its properly called (a straight bladed sword is called a gurda), is one of the most expensive ($9400) , and the most beautiful sword ive seen in my trip. It has an almost 500 years old, single edged English blade, marked on the spine "England 1510", and has a crown on the forte which I forgot to capture. The fittings are of pure gold, camel hide, and turquoise. On a first glance, it looked heavy and unweildy, but when I handled it, it was the best handling sword Ive held, very light, and very swift, but with good presence. I would really appreciate it if someone could ID that blade for me. Tip is cross hatched Closeup of hilt Sorry if that didnt turn out so well, but it says "England 1510"