Indian short sabers

[ariel]

Originally Posted by Jens Nordlunde

Ariel,

You did not go wrong saying that the hilt was from Deccan, but these hilt types were also used in Afghanistan.
Jens

Perhaps, we are talking about different swords and the confusion is entirely my fault.

The first "short sword" has a "pulwar" handle: Afghanistan is my first choice, Deccan distant second.

But I am confused about the second "short" one" I cannot recall such handle on Afghani swords. Deccan or even more south-ward is my assumption. Do you agree?

The 3rd "short" one has a typical ubiquitous Mughal handle, but the fullers on the blade make me think Afghanistan.