3 Ottoman Swords

ALEX · 13th May 2007, 07:24 AM

Here are three Turkish swords. The top one is nicely restored one with mostly original (old) parts and fine wootz blade (wish I had "before restoration" pictures - it was a mess). The scabbard fittings were re-gilded, thus you do not see much wear and tear on it. The crossguard (Tughra stamped) does not match the rest of the scabbard fittings. The hilt and leather are old. The wood in the scabbard is new.
The second is also Ottoman? (Syrian made)? shamshir with pattern-weld/layered? blade. Note the large grain pattern. Is it typical/normal for Ottoman blades???? The blade is 1'' wide and VERY light and well balanced. Everything, except the brass wire looks original.
The Kilij is complete restoration. Only the blade is old.
Anyone sees/notices anything else?:-) Look forward for any comments.

13th May 2007, 07:24 AM	#1
ALEX Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 935	3 Ottoman Swords Here are three Turkish swords. The top one is nicely restored one with mostly original (old) parts and fine wootz blade (wish I had "before restoration" pictures - it was a mess). The scabbard fittings were re-gilded, thus you do not see much wear and tear on it. The crossguard (Tughra stamped) does not match the rest of the scabbard fittings. The hilt and leather are old. The wood in the scabbard is new. The second is also Ottoman? (Syrian made)? shamshir with pattern-weld/layered? blade. Note the large grain pattern. Is it typical/normal for Ottoman blades???? The blade is 1'' wide and VERY light and well balanced. Everything, except the brass wire looks original. The Kilij is complete restoration. Only the blade is old. Anyone sees/notices anything else?:-) Look forward for any comments. Attached Images