A Massive, Heavy Indian "Cleaver" Sword

CharlesS · 17th July 2015, 11:09 PM

I am never shocked anymore by what sort of blade may be attached to an Indian tulwar hilt, but this one caught my eye because I it was yet another new "type" to me.

The sword is definitely combat capable, but due to its heavy weight and most especially the clearly reduced and resharpened area of the edge I am somewhat convinced it's a sacrificial sword...but that begs the question, why an extended false edge??? The idea of it perhaps being a naval weapon also comes to mind.

The blade is from homogenous steel.

The hilt here is all steel, larger than a normal tulwar hilt, faceted, and features a variety of chiseled decoration, along with an unusually large pommel ring. It is about as heavy as the blade! It has aged to black, with a lovely patina.

It is a short weapon but a monster of a sword.

I would appreciate any input about it, most especially if fellow forum members have seen something similar, or if anyone is sure of its specific use.

Dimensions:

Overall length: 26in.
Blade length: 23in.
Blade's widest point: 3in.

17th July 2015, 11:09 PM	#1
CharlesS Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Greenville, NC Posts: 1,857	A Massive, Heavy Indian "Cleaver" Sword I am never shocked anymore by what sort of blade may be attached to an Indian tulwar hilt, but this one caught my eye because I it was yet another new "type" to me. The sword is definitely combat capable, but due to its heavy weight and most especially the clearly reduced and resharpened area of the edge I am somewhat convinced it's a sacrificial sword...but that begs the question, why an extended false edge??? The idea of it perhaps being a naval weapon also comes to mind. The blade is from homogenous steel. The hilt here is all steel, larger than a normal tulwar hilt, faceted, and features a variety of chiseled decoration, along with an unusually large pommel ring. It is about as heavy as the blade! It has aged to black, with a lovely patina. It is a short weapon but a monster of a sword. *I would appreciate any input about it, most especially if fellow forum members have seen something similar, or if anyone is sure of its specific use.* Dimensions: Overall length: 26in. Blade length: 23in. Blade's widest point: 3in. Attached Images