curved saber shape of Kilij widens at the end to increase chopping power for advantage over swords like the Shamshir

Ottoman Kilij

SKU:
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501829
UPC:
802705504964
Minimum Purchase:
1 unit
Maximum Purchase:
50 units
$369.95
This replica is copied from an Ottoman Kilij made in the 19th century, known as a β€œPala”.Β  The brass guard is embellished with a geometric border, and the almond-shaped quillons (siperliks) feature a floral motif. The hardwood grip is constructed with a back-curved head known as the Kabza Basi. Includes a leather scabbard with a brass throat, mid-collar and chape, and brass carry-rings.
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OVERVIEW

In the history of Central Asian curved blades, the Kilij has one of the more interesting blade profiles. It has the gracefully curved shape we picture when we hear “saber”, but has an innovative widening at the end that increases the chopping power. This blade shape enabled a thrusting attack, giving it a tactical advantage over extremely curved swords like the Shamshir. The Kilij was prominent during the Seljuk, Timurid, Mamluk, and Ottoman empires.
  
Curved blades so impressed the European armies that crossed paths with them that Western nations soon developed similar swords that are still used today for ceremonial dress.
 
This replica is copied from an Ottoman Kilij made in the 19th century, known as a “Pala”.  The brass guard is embellished with a geometric border, and the almond-shaped quillons (siperliks) feature a floral motif. The hardwood grip is constructed with a back-curved head known as the Kabza Basi. Includes a leather scabbard with a brass throat, mid-collar and chape, and brass carry-rings.
 
This is an important sword for your historical collection. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts and arrives factory sharpened.
 
Sword can be personalized with 1 line from grip to tip in the center of the blade with up to 25 characters

SPECIFICATIONS

Overal Length 36-1//2"
Blade Length 30-1/2"
Blade Material 1070 High Carbon Steel
Distal Taper 3/16" at Guard, 1/16" at Tip
Weight 2 lbs / 7.5 oz
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