N. Indian Hammer Flail

[Turkoman.khan]

Originally Posted by Tim Simmons

I have mentioned before that I have actually stopped collecting. However I came across this today. Out of my comfort zone which is not usually a sensible thing to due. I am confident it is Indian and most probably late 19th century. To me a very difficult weapon to be master of, but if you where skilled in handling within a squad or the right circumstance very intimidating and effective. It is going to take some time to clean up. Will show pics when cleaned.

Hello Tim.

This is a very strange item...
1) I am very confused by the handle. The place that you need to hold in your hand is very thick and, moreover, expands at the bottom. I think it's very inconvenient.
2) Mounting on a screw is also very unusual for Oriental Arms, in particular for Indian Arms.
3) Large spikes in the form of "pyramids" are also, as far as I remember, not typical of Indian Arms