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22nd August 2013, 12:09 PM
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Yataghan for Comment
...I know very little about the Yataghan - could any members help me with this one's possible origin?
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22nd August 2013, 12:13 PM
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Just a common Bulgarian Karakulak.
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22nd August 2013, 12:29 PM
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...Isn't it a bit long for that? Just over 2' (620mm)
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22nd August 2013, 10:50 PM
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don't think so. mine: 21" blade, 27" overall.
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23rd August 2013, 01:07 AM
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My opinion is very similar to Ariel's. The form with non-decorated, steel bolster and the engraved pattern at the beginning of the blade towards the spine are all typical of what in Bulgaria is called "karakulak". I suspect that the wooden hilt is a replacement.
62 cm is longer than usual, but not unheard of. It certainly places this one more into the "combat/self defense" category as opposed to a more common "utility" example. Nice find, Teodor |
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23rd August 2013, 09:32 AM
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...many thanks for your help - are there any illustrations of this type being worn? Any suggestions as to a likely period?
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