Karabela or not?

wolviex · 17th January 2006, 08:48 AM

It's very nice karabela. The hilt is not typical but the handle is just like those described in Polish books as "war karabelas". I would call it Turkish, and this is probably Turkish with European blade of characteristic profile for those from 17th century. European blades with Turkish hilts are nothing uncommon, and are often seen together. Those markings are well known for me, and appearing quite often, thought I must have sclerosis because I can't remember where: nimchas?, schiavonas?

come on, help

Conclusing: Turkey, ca. half of the 17th century, blade European (Italy?).

And it was bought by my countryman

17th January 2006, 08:48 AM	#4
wolviex Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Poland, Krakow Posts: 418	It's very nice karabela. The hilt is not typical but the handle is just like those described in Polish books as "war karabelas". I would call it Turkish, and this is probably Turkish with European blade of characteristic profile for those from 17th century. European blades with Turkish hilts are nothing uncommon, and are often seen together. Those markings are well known for me, and appearing quite often, thought I must have sclerosis because I can't remember where: nimchas?, schiavonas? come on, help Conclusing: Turkey, ca. half of the 17th century, blade European (Italy?). And it was bought by my countryman