Very Fine Hanshee Style Khukuri Knife - 10283

This Rare style of Khukuri is also known as Hanshee. The name comes to describe the continuing arch shape of the blade and the handle. Blade 12 inches, forged from laminated steel decorated with chiseled stars painted red along the ridged spine. Silver bolsters. Ivory grip dyed light green. Total length 17 inches. Very good condition. No scabbard. Rare type, most probably Indian, mid 19 C. or about.
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