Georgian Old (Khevsuri or Khmali) Sword with Crucible steel Blade

Georgian swords are mostly made in the style of persian Shamshirs and in many cases employ Persian blades. They are known as Khavsuri and/or Khmali swords.

The fine long sword offered here have a long, fullered blade of Persian origin. The blade is forged from Crucible steel (Wootz) of high quality and clear high contrast pattern. The grips are I and all grip mounts: pommel cap, grip strap and cross guard are plain steel. Original tooled leather covered scabbard with steel chape and bands for suspension rings, inlaid with yellow metal in clear Georgian style.

Blade length 36 inches (92 cm). Total length 42 inches (104 cm). Very good condition. The leather cover at the top of the scabbard is a later addition.