23rd April 2013, 11:04 PM | #1 |
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African? dagger
Hello all,
I bought this interesting little dagger today, and wonder if any members can give me some more information on it? The blade is 7.5 inches long, and almost 3 inches at its broadest. It would appear to be iron, judging by the corrosion. The handle is 4 inches, made of either bone or horn, though I am leaning towards the former due to its colouring. Any insight gratefully received! |
24th April 2013, 03:44 PM | #2 |
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It's a Lega knife from Congo, unfortunately made for tourists.
Made from sheet metal. |
24th April 2013, 04:01 PM | #3 |
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Ahhh I see, thought it was too good to be true!
Many thanks for the information Congoblades. |
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