"A Shamshir-type Sabre - Probably Central Asia, 17th-18th Century"
A shamshir-type saber - Probably Central Asia, 17th-18th century Handle made of two horn plates surrounded by leather towards the guard. This use of leather on the handle was a widespread practice in Central Asia, particularly in present-day Uzbekistan. Curved blade with a single edge of the shamshir type. The guard has a slight play. Accidents to the handle. Oxidation of the steels. The whole is solid. Length 90.5cm Blade length 78cm Weight 660gr 
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