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Here is one I present for the simple joy of seeing an unusual and beautiful knife. This is a Dawshan Jambiya. It is worn by the Dawshan class in Yemen. They are "sort of" the western equivalent of the town crier. I believe it is from the Taiz area and dates to the early-mid 20th. There is a knife almost exactly like this one In Mr. Gracie's book (pg 126) and another, although much fancier, on the cover. This is one I don't see everyday. I was torn between buying this knife and a gorgeous Omani 7 ringer, but could only afford one. I chose this one and I am thrilled with my choice.
BTW - I bought this from the good folks at oriental-arms, who I am happy to recommend. They do not disappoint. |
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That's what I call a real stuff!
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Harry, I agree - no surprises from Oriental-Arms, they're among few who do not disappoint.
Does this Jambiya called Gusbi? |
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A very good example!
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It's slightly confusing since there is a style of Jambiya commonly called a Gusbi and "Gusbi" also refers to a blade with a thickened mid-section and central ridge. I don't think it would be completely accurate to call this style Gusbi, but I would the blade. |
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Very nice piece Harry. The OA description said quality silver dress but this looks quite dull. Is it just dirty/tarnished?
Stu |
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Hi, Here a gusbi http://vikingsword.com/vb/showthread...ighlight=gusbi It's not a blade, its a style of jambiya for the beduins around Aden and in the Hadramaut. And to my opinion, yours is from the same family and the same area...not a gusbi but very close... Best, Kubur |
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