Shamshir dating? Part 2

[A.alnakkas]

I dont think the first shamshir is made with combat effeciency in mind. They all seem to have heavy blades but those with older blades can be light ofcourse.

The 2nd shamshir is really nice, but I think the thumm (pommel) is a later replacement and maybe even the hilt slabs.

[A.alnakkas]

Examples from Syria (picts taken by Saqir AlAnizi) Pay close attention to the crossguard decoration and scabbard decoration. Some are identical to the first shamshir.

[elfina]

Originally Posted by A.alnakkas

I dont think the first shamshir is made with combat effeciency in mind. They all seem to have heavy blades but those with older blades can be light ofcourse.

The 2nd shamshir is really nice, but I think the thumm (pommel) is a later replacement and maybe even the hilt slabs.

Thank you for the comment and the pictures. Yes, the hilts do look identical to the first shamshir I posted pictures of! The pommel and the hilt slabs on the second shamshir look original to me though.