A scarce large example throwing knife of the Zande people (more specifically of the Nzakara, a subgroup of the Zande) residing in the area of North East Zaire, Central Africa Republic and Southern Sudan. A outstanding fine exemplar, very well forged steel decorated with . Braided fibers grip. Length 18 inches. Max. width 18 inches. Very good plus condition For a very similar knife, see P. Westerdijk; The African Throwing Knife group VIII, type 8A.