One of the many Variants of the Arm Dagger carried by the Tuareg also known as Telek . It is characterized by the cross shaped pommel (A relic from their Christian origin ??) . This specific one has a 13 ½ inches heavy blade of diamond cross section and 1 ½ inches ricasso. Wood handle with cross shaped pommel with brass mounts and brass wire binding. Leather collar and leather scabbard and arm ring. Total length (in scabbard) 20 inches. Very good condition. Rare authentic early 20 C. item