Crazy Thing

M.carter · 18th May 2006, 10:39 AM

I saw this one, and was waiting until the auction would end so that I would post it here. This is a really strange kattara I must say, I would like to know more about these, because with that hilt, it looks really medieval arab to me.

I dont think the blade is persian, and without any fullers, I do not assume European either, most likely Omani.

Im getting increasingly fascinated with your collection Mike, it contains some very rare pieces, this one, including those Yemeni swords you have from before.

As Ariel said, some soak it in WD-40, then scrub with some brillo pads. Good luck!

18th May 2006, 10:39 AM	#11
M.carter Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 176	I saw this one, and was waiting until the auction would end so that I would post it here. This is a really strange kattara I must say, I would like to know more about these, because with that hilt, it looks really medieval arab to me. I dont think the blade is persian, and without any fullers, I do not assume European either, most likely Omani. Im getting increasingly fascinated with your collection Mike, it contains some very rare pieces, this one, including those Yemeni swords you have from before. As Ariel said, some soak it in WD-40, then scrub with some brillo pads. Good luck!