I bought this on an auction- I was curious if this is modern or older? Could the handles be ivory? Overall knife is a little over 12”.
Thanks for any input!
African Knife?
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Re: African Knife?
The handle looks to be bone. Doesn't look like a modern piece to me. Could be a purchased blade that was fitted with the handle by native artisan. Hefty looking knife!
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Re: African Knife?
Thanks! It is hefty knife.