new yataghan in my collection

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Originally Posted by Pertinax

Hi Gunar,
I bought this simple yataghan a long time ago for little money. I like its simplicity and that's why I keep it in my collection.

The handle was repaired during use.

Work of Osman, owner Mahmud Pasha - 1212 (from 26.6.1797 to 14.6.1798 according to the Gregorian calendar).

Technical specifications: total length 72.5 cm; blade length 54.5 cm; blade width at the heel 2.9 cm; thickness at the heel 0.6 cm.

Best regards,
Yuri

A very nice one indeed ! and for its age in very good condition. A good piece for any collection.
Handles are often broken, specially when the yataghan has been used in battle. Mine have also been through the wars and some do miss a piece of the ear....

A few drops of oil ( olive oil or oil from any nut ) on your grip would make it look more pretty as it looks a little dry. Apologies for being a little obnoxious here