Dagger - Taureg?

[Ibrahiim al Balooshi]

Originally Posted by blue lander

The sheath and the patterns on it are nearly identical to the Takouba scabbard I have, which I believe is Tuareg. But I've only seen the tebu style Tuareg daggers, never one of this shape. Any thoughts?

Salaams Blue lander ..I think the type of bulbous pommel must be one of the common Tuareg styles perhaps as a direct result of the Khoumya Berber style and the other is probably the cross shaped pommel.(designed onto the Tuareg weapon from the famous Southern Cross star form)..

I have placed a few different types for perusal....and comment.

There is an excellent Tuareg weaponry thread at http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=17723

Regards,
Ibrahiim al Balooshi.