African knife with copper (?) blade. Info requested!

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African knife with copper (?) blade. Info requested!

1st October 2017, 02:47 AM

shayde78

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Pieje

The last knife with scabbard is not very old, and might originate from North Africa.

Thanks Pieje!
Regarding the last knife, being of recent manufacture, what is the reason for the copper blade...prestige or a cheap trinket?? Given the cost of copper vs. steel, seems a steal blade would be the more economical choice, no?

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