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...I know very little about the Yataghan - could any members help me with this one's possible origin?
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Just a common Bulgarian Karakulak.
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...Isn't it a bit long for that? Just over 2' (620mm)
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don't think so. mine: 21" blade, 27" overall.
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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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...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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probably worn in a basic black leather covered wood scabbard thrust thru the belt or sash. mine was dated to somewhere in the 19th c. someone said early 19th, but i think later...
(couldn't find any bulgarian karakulak wearers illustrations or photos yet.) |
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The scabbards are usually wooden, with a few crude iron or brass bands holding them together and often not covered by leather. Those likely date to the second half of the 19th - early 20th century.
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Here is a picture of two kulak knives of the longer "fighter" variety with scabbards, showing that these knives did not really have elaborate dress.
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