Ottoman Kard with Repurposed Yataghan Turkish Ribbon Blade

Lee · 14th December 2015, 12:18 PM

Here is another example with the forte of a Persian shamshir being reformed into a kard blade.

ALEX · 14th December 2015, 12:49 PM

Lee, what an awesome kard!
Further shows the re-purposeful nature of this type, with many having blades from other weapons. What strikes me the most is similarity of handle/blade assembly. All have identical mounting technique with similar decoration elements. I am inclined to categorize it as Syrian-Turkmen Kard.
Once again, thanks to all for great contribution into what could be a fascinating discovery.

14th December 2015, 12:18 PM	#1
Lee EAAF Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Upstate New York, USA Posts: 932	Another Example Here is another example with the forte of a Persian shamshir being reformed into a kard blade. Attached Images

14th December 2015, 12:49 PM	#2
ALEX Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 936	Lee, what an awesome kard! Further shows the re-purposeful nature of this type, with many having blades from other weapons. What strikes me the most is similarity of handle/blade assembly. All have identical mounting technique with similar decoration elements. I am inclined to categorize it as Syrian-Turkmen Kard. Once again, thanks to all for great contribution into what could be a fascinating discovery.