Afghan Khyber Knife, Late 19th Century

Original era manufacture. A well made short sword, or knife, from the Northwest Khyber regions.Well made all steel blade measuring nearly 22 inches in length, with a thin brass band at the base. T-back spine, with a thin fuller on each side, and decorative diagonal slashes at the base of the fullers.Carved wooden grips ending in a bird-head shaped pommel, with a thin steel protrusion at the pommel base. Minor damage/repair to the base of one of the wooden grips. Overall the weapon is quite sound, and exhibits a high degree or craftsmanship.