Very Good Omani Khanjar

All  Omani Khanjars has  a similar shape:  “L” shaped scabbard and the twisted wires belt attachment I shaped grip from variety of materials. The scabbard some times are decorated with embroidered silver strips and silver wires.

The exemplar exhibited here is of a classical shape. Curved and dual edge blade with a central rib. The hilt is polished wood with chased silver mounts and central gilded strap.  The  scabbard is covered with leather embroidered with silver strips and gilded strips and mounted with chased silver locket and chape. The back side of the scabbard is covered with black fabric. This Khanjar comes with its original narrow belt with silver buckle.

Blade 6 inches long. Total length is 10 1/2 inches. Good condition. Minor  losses to the back cover and to the belt. Authentic and original Khanjar. early – mid 20 C.