VERY RARE RUSSIAN SWORD SHASHKA FOR AFGHANISTAN, ENGRAVED BLADE, XIX, ORIGINAL

Description

A little history
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The term "shashka" is the Russified form of the Caucasian word sachkho which means "long knife". The progressive use of the shashka sword in all the Cossack groups was largely linked to the power that this rustic sword could release, in particular in charge on horseback, and its use with one hand (one hand for the weapon, and the other for the horse) which made it a weapon of choice for the Cossacks. The model here is an Afghan shashka saber, which openly leans on the illegal Caucasian model. This is an old and illegal saber, manufactured on the basis of Caucasian models for Afghanistan.
Item Description :
Superb Afghan shashka saber. Copied from Caucasian model. The handle is in black horn without rivets, the left side has a crack and a small lack on one of the ears. The two typical ears of the shashka saber, the blade is solid and very thick with a wide groove, engraved and hallmarked, recalling the shape of a '' Yatagan ''. We find the approval markings of the Afghan manufacturer of the time. The scabbard is covered with fabrics, red velvet type, as in the books with a lack in its center. The saber is in good condition. Almost untraceable and rare, because few models manufactured. It is 100% original and dates from the end of the 17th century. Recovered from a private individual. Superb and very rare exceptional piece, do not hesitate!
Dimensions of the object
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Total length :
72 cm
Length without the scabbard :
68 cm
Blade length :
55,9 cm
Handle length :
12 cm
Blade width :
3,15 cm
It is certain that by acquiring this splendid and rare Russian, Afghan Shashka saber, you will be in possession of a very rare witness to the tragic Russian tsarist history. You will also be in possession of a beautiful blade forged by the best Zlatoust gunsmiths, Russian at the time, but also a souvenir from the last Romanov dynasty. To sum up, a magnificent and rare piece to be absolutely grabbed
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VERY RARE AND 100% ORIGINAL
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ATTENTION :
The piece is unique, I don't have a duplicate !
Conditions :
I answer your questions, do not hesitate!
NO RETURN POSSIBLE !
I am not responsible for postage delays and losses,
this is why I offer payment by paypal or credit card so your purchase will be covered.
Payment therefore possible by bank transfer, credit card and paypal.
SHIPPING
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Europe :
35 euros
Poland and Bulgaria :
50 euros
China, Canada, U.S.A. :
100 euros (By Fedex)
Don't let this unique collector's item slip away, there won't be something for everyone.
Good luck !