west african knife. Which tribal group ?

Mauro · 29th October 2011, 12:58 PM

Hello everybody, I bought this knife that the seller attributed to West Africa. I share his attribution although I do not know any other similar knife. In fact the form of the blade, 70 cm long, show some similarities with the Baulè knives. The blade is original and it has not been shortened. It is very well made, flexible and sturdy at the same time. I would say that it is european. The handle is very peculiar because it is decorated with copper wires with intricate design that I have seen only in some Tuareg daggers.
Does anyone have more informations ??

29th October 2011, 12:58 PM	#1
Mauro Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 83	west african knife. Which tribal group ? Hello everybody, I bought this knife that the seller attributed to West Africa. I share his attribution although I do not know any other similar knife. In fact the form of the blade, 70 cm long, show some similarities with the Baulè knives. The blade is original and it has not been shortened. It is very well made, flexible and sturdy at the same time. I would say that it is european. The handle is very peculiar because it is decorated with copper wires with intricate design that I have seen only in some Tuareg daggers. Does anyone have more informations ?? Attached Images