The Kilij is the traditional saber of the Ottomans. It was in use from the early 17 C. and during more than 300 years well into the 20th C. The shorter version with deeply curved wide blade and ‘T’ spine, sometime known as Pala, is a later version and appeared in the mid 18 Century. This Pala has a blade of 25 ½ inches, well curved and forged from pattern welded steel and decorated with silver koftgari work. The hilt of classical form is made of brass cross guard wood grips and brass grip strap. Total length 30 ½ inches. Very good condition. No scabbard