ALGERIAN BELT KNIFE

Excellent example of this iconic weapon which was tied into the waist sash of the traditional dress with just the tip of the grip protruding. 7” s.e. blade with long false edge, the forte with double crescent mark each side. Faceted tapered grip, the lower half wrapped in copper wire. Well tooled red “Morocco” leather scabbard with ring stop and securing lace. Excellent with exceptional quality scabbard. A slashing knife kept concealed, at the ready. Made without a guard as it was used clandestinely for a surprise attack and not for fighting.