The Turkish warriors uses this Suma as a Ramrod for their pistols. It was carried on the belt (sash) and was used also for other purposes, sometime including blades, tweezers etc. This is a classical example, steel tweezers in a steel sheath with brass tip. Handle composed of alternating sectors of brass and horn. Blade ( tweezers) 10 1/2 inches Total 17 inches. Very Good condition.