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Old 11th July 2012, 04:07 AM   #1
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Smile BERBER KNIFE ??

SAID TO BE A BERBER KNIFE? 17 INCHES LONG INTERESTING DESIGNS IN THE BLADE, TAILSMANIC?
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Old 11th July 2012, 09:18 AM   #2
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I think it is also Bou Saadi knife.

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Old 11th July 2012, 09:45 AM   #3
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Yes a knife (kodme) from Bou Saada, Algeria.
This one looks made for the tourist trade. The blade and the whole construction are not as substantial as utilitarian examples.

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Old 11th July 2012, 10:38 AM   #4
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I agree, it's a Bou saada or bou saadi knife made for tourist. The design is traditional of Berber makers.
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